linesman

Example Sentences

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Binnington, who took the historic puck from Ovechkin's goal and pocked it before a linesman retrieved it from him, was pulled after surrendering four goals in just under 30 minutes.

From Barron's • Nov. 6, 2025

It’s year No. 52 officiating high school sports for Louis Vargas, who worked last week as the head linesman during the Sherman Oaks Notre Dame-Bishop Alemany game.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 2, 2025

He does not have to worry about the linesman giving him stick.

From BBC • Jan. 8, 2025

But as the City players celebrated, the linesman raised his flag to indicate offside, with Bernardo Silva stood in front of Wolves goalkeeper Jose Sa as the ball went into the net.

From BBC • Oct. 20, 2024

The Lightning made a run, took a shot, and appeared to score, but the linesman raised his flag to signify offside.

From "Outcasts United: An American Town, a Refugee Team, and One Woman's Quest to Make a Difference" by Warren St. John