What is another word for onside kick?
Pronunciation: [ˈɒnsa͡ɪd kˈɪk] (IPA) 
Onside kick is a term used in American football to describe a kickoff that is purposely kicked short and high in order for the kicker's team to have a greater chance of recovering the ball. Some synonyms for onside kick include a surprise kick, a short kickoff, or a dribble kick. These terms all refer to the strategy of kicking the ball in a way that surprises the receiving team, making it more difficult for them to recover the ball and giving the kicking team a chance to gain possession. While onside kick is the most commonly used term, there are many other ways to describe this unique play in football.
