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Definition of "goalball" [goalball]

  • A ball game, designed for the blind, in which teams of three players attempt to throw a ball with bells embedded in it into the opposing goal. (noun)

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Use "goalball" in a sentence
  • "Boccia is best described as a wheelchair version of boules, while goalball is for unsighted athletes and resembles handball."
  • "Acknowledging the huge job to be done, both in terms of explaining sports such as Boccia and goalball to the public, and raising the profile of the athletes, Hollingsworth admits there will be thorny challenges."
  • "Boccia, goalball and wheelchair rugby are the only Paralympic-specific sports."
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