Sentence examples for Rookie from inspiring English sources
The word "Rookie" is correct and commonly used in written English
It is typically used to refer to someone who is new to a particular profession or activity, often in sports or other competitive fields. Example: "As a rookie in the league, she was eager to prove her skills on the field."
noun
An inexperienced recruit, especially in the police or armed forces.
Suzuki later signed a contract to play in the U.S., joining Kazuhiro Sasaki, the American League's 2000 Rookie of the Year, on the Seattle Mariners' roster.
Although he was one of the smallest players in the league, standing 6 feet (1.8 metres) tall and weighing 165 pounds (75 kg), Iverson immediately made a big splash, leading his team with a scoring average of 23.5 points per game and winning Rookie of the Year honours.
He won the Rookie of the Year award almost unanimously and, more tellingly, established himself as a leader even while a rookie.
In 1976 the 38-year-old Laver joined the San Diego team in World Team Tennis competition and was named the league's Rookie of the Year.
Tavi Gevinson, the 15-year old blogger and editor-in-chief of Rookie, struck a similar retro attitude with her predictions on youth in 2012.
He was named Rookie of the Year in 1980 but did not win his first title until 1982.
Oakland outfielder Ben Grieve was named AL rookie of the year.
In 2000, however, he finished his studies and earned a degree from LSU. Named NBA Rookie of the Year in 1992 93, O'Neal led the Magic to a 41 41 record, 20 wins better than the previous season.
He is one of the league's brightest young talents and was NFL offensive rookie of the year last season.
Lemieux had an outstanding rookie season: he scored 100 points, was named to the All-Star team, and was awarded the Calder Memorial Trophy as the NHL's rookie of the year.
It's not a unique problem and comes with the territory when you're a rookie in the NHL.
