athleticism
noun
ath·let·i·cism
ath-ˈle-tə-ˌsi-zəm 
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The biggest knock on Sanders, who started his college career at Cal Poly, is his lack of athleticism.
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James L. Edwards Iii, New York Times, 20 June 2025
Questions are there regarding athleticism and shooting, as well as off-the-ball defense.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 19 June 2025
Michael Jordan, without athleticism, Michael Jordan was still skilled.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 17 June 2025
The current generation of women athletes is challenging the very architecture of athleticism.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 June 2025
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James L. Edwards Iii, New York Times, 20 June 2025
Questions are there regarding athleticism and shooting, as well as off-the-ball defense.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 19 June 2025
Michael Jordan, without athleticism, Michael Jordan was still skilled.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 17 June 2025
The current generation of women athletes is challenging the very architecture of athleticism.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 June 2025
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“Athleticism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/athleticism. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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