The phrase "athlete plays" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe the action of an athlete participating in a sport or game.
Example: "The athlete plays with great determination and skill, inspiring others on the field."
Alternatives: "sportsman competes" or "player participates".
The research, presented by Richard Paulsen, compares a scenario in which an athlete plays a shorter, three-year contract with the first three years of a long-term contract.
Since such colleges are so small, being an athlete plays a much more important role in the admissions process than it would at larger institutions, including Division I athletic powerhouses where recruited athletes make up a tiny proportion of undergraduates.
However, it is uncertain whether the level of expertise of the athlete plays a role in this context, since the examined articles do not provide very detailed athlete experience data.
(iii) Number of matches (n(t)): The more matches an athlete plays within a tournament, reflecting his advance within the competition, the more exposure he receives (Figure 2(C)).
Taking an exam brings on a different kind of pressure than when a student recites a memorized speech before classmates or an athlete plays before a packed stadium, other research by Beilock and her team demonstrates.
Depending on the sport and the position the athlete plays, this produces a specialized training program that can be tailored to their specific needs and skill set to keep them healthy and in peak condition.
An athlete playing his or her top game is calm.
He was an athlete, playing basketball, soccer, baseball.
Kevin Tillman was also a professional athlete, playing in the minor leagues of the Cleveland Indians' organization.
Dr. Fenton was a lifelong athlete, playing football, lacrosse and golf in college.
Querrey grew up a multisport athlete, playing football, basketball, baseball, soccer and golf.
