noun
- Players in ice hockey who skate back toward their own goal to defend against opposing forwards and regain possession of the puck.
Usage: plural form; sports term; ice hockey
Examples
- The team's backcheckers worked hard to prevent the opposing forwards from scoring.
- Good backcheckers are essential for a strong defensive strategy in hockey.
- The backcheckers quickly moved back to their zone when the puck was turned over.
- Effective backchecking requires speed and positioning awareness.
- The coach praised the backcheckers for their effort in the third period.