noun
- a player in ice hockey who skates into the opposing team's defensive zone to pressure the puck carrier and disrupt play
Usage: sports; ice hockey
Examples
- The forechecker aggressively pursued the defenseman behind the net.
- A good forechecker can force turnovers and create scoring opportunities.
- The team's top forechecker was instrumental in winning the puck back in the offensive zone.
- Forecheckers must have speed and stamina to be effective throughout the game.
- The coach emphasized the importance of strong forechecking to control the tempo.