penalty shot
Example Sentences
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But Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar was called for hooking Byfield from behind on the play, setting up a penalty shot.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026
On Tuesday they had a man advantage for nearly a quarter of the first 25 minutes and had five power plays and a penalty shot on the night.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026
And Ireland's Shane Lowry closed on 17 over par, which featured a penalty shot after picking up his ball without marking it on the 14th green.
From BBC • Jun. 13, 2025
The victimized goalie could elect to use a skater’s gloves and stick, though most didn’t, as goals scored with a goalie stick on a penalty shot counted double.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 21, 2024
Minutes into the game, the Fugees were called for a foul in the box, setting up a penalty shot for the Phoenix.
From "Outcasts United: An American Town, a Refugee Team, and One Woman's Quest to Make a Difference" by Warren St. John
