Mark

A Mark is a method used in sports to refer to a player's action of catching or intercepting the ball cleanly from an opponent or during play. In many sports like Australian Rules Football and Gaelic Football, marking is a skill that allows a player to gain possession by catching the ball from a kick without it touching the ground. It often involves jumping to reach the ball and securing it safely. Successfully marking the ball gives the player an advantage, often leading to a free kick or a scoring opportunity.