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What is a fullback?

What is a fullback? Here are some definitions.

Noun
  1. (American football) An offensive back whose primary jobs are to block in advance of the halfback on running plays and for the quarterback on passing plays.
  2. (field hockey) A defensive player who assists the goalie in preventing the opposing team from scoring.
  3. (soccer) Alternative form of full-back
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New signing Stuart Calvers made an impressive start and veteran fullback Martin Potts popped over his customary drop goal.
Arnside gave away a penalty, but they gained a draw thanks to an own goal by Galgate fullback Kevin Voyle.
With Percy Montgomery at fullback and Fourie and De Villiers on the wings, the Boks don't lack for height at the back.
With a sleek line they were still able to score a single try and four penalties coming from fullback Tisel Jayawardena's toe.
A replacement will however have to be found for fullback Ryan Horrman, on provincial duty, and wing Kevin Mattheus, who has an ankle injury.
Both new caps fullback Peter Gibson and lock Paul Barker admitted to being a little nervous before flying out with the team yesterday afternoon.

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