Sentence examples for practiced against a from inspiring English sources

Gold-Onwude then practiced against a male friend to prepare for the quickness of Oklahoma's guards in Sunday's national semifinals.

I wouldn't be surprised if they don't have a clock that goes off when you're practicing against a guy like Aldon.

"It's not like we don't see it almost every day," Patriots cornerback Kyle Arrington said, referring to practicing against a no-huddle offense.

I practice against a lot of big hitters so I was not intimidated, even though he was ranked 11th in the East in the men's open division in 2011.

One of the most sophisticated applications is the system that enables football players to essentially practice against "a virtual defense," said Rob Moore, the vice president and chief technology officer for EA Sports.

Participants will learn how to use verbal and physical skills, practicing against a mock opponent.

McVay, Phillips and players on defense have said that practicing against a Rams offense that features quarterback Jared Goff, running back Todd Gurley and receivers Robert Woods, Brandin Cooks and Cooper Kupp has prepared them for the opener.

You can also practice against a wall.

Try practicing against a wall to improve your bumping, setting, and receiving skills.

You can also practice against a wall simply stand against it in bare feet, focusing on making your head, shoulders, butt, and heel touch the wall.

In order to do some volleyball drills, it can be helpful to practice against a tall smooth wall or a basketball hoop.