game ball

noun

: a ball (such as a football) presented to a player or coach in recognition of an outstanding contribution to a team victory

Examples of game ball in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Timothee Chalamet, meantime, was spotted wearing an Adidas top while delivering the official game ball for the World Cup final match. — Tim Chan, Footwear News, 25 July 2026

Chalamet, who was seen chatting with David Beckham during Spain’s 2-0 victory over France on July 14, had the honor of delivering the official game ball on the field before kickoff Sunday. — Natasha Dye, PEOPLE, 19 July 2026

Afterward, Holmes was given the game ball, which will join two state medals and two championship rings as treasured mementos of a special time in his life. — Steve Reaven, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2026

Ring highlights include 50 white diamonds around the logo in honor of the team's 50th season, a piece of a game ball inside the ring, a removable topper that can be used as a chain pendant and much more. — Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 13 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1853, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for game ball

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