Dictionary of synonyms

Synonyms and antonyms of the word: halfback

Synonyms:

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Usage examples:

As rain belted Eden Park, replacement halfback Teddy Wilson scored his first Super Rugby Pacific try after slipping through the Blues defence.

Source: https://www.theage.com.au/sport/rugby-union/waratahs-up-and-comers-career-first-try-20230422-p5d2j4.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport

Badgers halfback Braelon Allen, getting the bulk of the Badgers’ offensive load, picked up 21 yards to start the second quarter.

Source: https://mndaily.com/280568/sports/minnesota-loses-paul-bunyans-axe-in-late-season-skid/

Boosted by the signing of halfback Toby Sexton from Gold Coast and the return of Viliame Kikau from injury, O'Brien is expecting Canterbury to provide more resistance than they did at Accor Stadium six weeks ago.

Source: https://www.newcastleherald.com.au/story/8304305/knights-waiting-to-make-11th-hour-call-on-saifiti-brothers-for-bulldogs-game/?src=rss

Captain Ali Brigginshaw backed up at halfback after badly breaking her nose last week in the win over Canberra but it was her halves partner Gayle Broughton who was the star with a try double and a slick game in general play.

Source: https://www.perthnow.com.au/sport/rugby-league/knights-beat-raiders-all-but-lock-up-nrlw-finals-spot-c-11780300

Flyhalf Manie Libbok also starts again, with Faf de Klerk resuming at scrumhalf in a new halfback pairing.

Source: https://www.heraldlive.co.za/sport/rugby/2023-08-24-intense-physical-battle-awaits-boks-says-esterhuizen/

He’d know, for example, that Aussie halfback Ben Meehan is in amazing form for Gloucester, and he’s a left-footer, and he’s the best No.9 we’ve got who can kick off both feet.

Source: https://www.theage.com.au/sport/rugby-union/eddie-s-back-be-excited-be-afraid-and-be-ready-because-he-sees-you-20230120-p5cec4.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport

He now stands – clearly – ahead of Folau Fakatava, Finlay Christie and Brad Weber, in the All Blacks’ pecking order at halfback and needs time in the saddle during the Rugby Championships.

Source: https://www.theroar.com.au/2023/06/12/the-wrap-super-rugbys-semi-final-cream-rises-to-the-top/

Hull KR assistant coach Danny Ward expressed his surprise at star halfback Mikey Lewis not being involved in England's final Test against Tonga.

Source: https://www.hulldailymail.co.uk/sport/rugby-league/mikey-lewis-kr-england-hull-8883362

"I'm just a big fan, it's mainly just her age and how she's got to the league," Ms Stewart said of the 18-year-old Knights halfback.

Source: https://www.newcastleherald.com.au/story/8279995/its-very-inspiring-fan-on-a-high-for-long-drive-home-after-meeting-knights/?src=rss

In the second half, plucky rover Manueli Maisamoa opened the scoring followed by a double from veteran forward Sevuloni Mocenacagi and halfback Pilipo Bukayaro with the conversions going over.

Source: https://fijisun.com.fj/2023/01/28/our-men-stay-on-track-in-sydney/

Senior Ryan Carracino excels at halfback and linebacker for the Cougars.

Source: https://unionnewsdaily.com/sports/week-one-football-is-ready-to-kick-off-in-union-county

The chief improvement in the Bunnies between the halves was where the game was played and who had the ball, both of which came down to the kick and control on display from the halfback.

Source: https://www.theroar.com.au/2023/06/03/analysis-murray-and-arrow-both-injured-as-souths-come-back-to-heap-on-pain-after-another-titans-collapse/

The Old Golds struck back quickly through the power and pace of Fakatoufifita, but poor tackling allowed halfback Sam Parkes then Palmer, from a hashed chase back by fullback Lucas Ollion, to give the home side a handy buffer.

Source: https://www.odt.co.nz/sport/rugby/old-golds-let-down-poor-defence-38-29-loss-east-coast

Three years after Michael Witt’s epic finish, the Warriors conquered the Storm in Melbourne again when rookie halfback Shaun Johnson’s attacking brilliance conjured up an upset for the ages to propel the visitors into their second ever grand final.

Source: https://www.theroar.com.au/2023/01/30/25-in-25-best-finals-upsets-of-nrl-era-which-playoff-boilover-was-the-biggest-surprise/

Wallaroos halfback Layne Morgan’s passing game and crisp service to debutant No.10 Carys Dallinger was superb all match.

Source: https://www.smh.com.au/sport/rugby-union/parry-signs-off-a-winner-as-wallaroos-put-on-defensive-masterclass-20230520-p5d9x3.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Wombats halfback Andrew Duggan and Vaigafa Leota also crossed for tries in the first half, with Siga finishing with 28 points for the match courtesy of four tries and four conversions.

Source: https://www.illawarramercury.com.au/story/8203114/four-try-hero-sees-avondale-cruise-past-young-shamrocks/?src=rss