setter
n. C1 Advanced US //ˈsɛtɝ// UK //sˈɛtɐ// set·ter
n. a person who sets the ball or the ball's position for a team to hit. In many sports, this is a specific role that helps the team start their play.
n. a player whose primary role is to position the ball for a teammate to strike or pass. Often used in the context of volleyball, tennis, or other racket sports.
The setter passed the ball to the middle of the court.
In volleyball, the setter must have excellent vision to decide which player is best positioned to score.
A skilled setter can dictate the pace of the game by choosing when to pass the ball and to which player, effectively controlling the offensive strategy.