skipper

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Butera was 25 when the Rays put him in charge of the Hudson Valley Renegades, making him the youngest skipper in the minors.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

Lancashire skipper James Anderson took 4-18 to help his side defy the odds and defeat Derbyshire by 29 runs on a dramatic last day of the County Championship match at Emirates Old Trafford.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

"This does not slip," bellowed an emotional Liverpool skipper after a 3-2 win at Manchester City made it 10 on the spin and put the Reds on the brink of a first title since 1990.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

And although he was still notionally the skipper when he announced his retirement, Ramsey had not played for his country since 2024.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

"Anytime," the skipper called back, and I could make out his sly smile as he deftly coiled the rope.

From "Hole in My Life" by Jack Gantos