An expression used when someone fails to execute a task that should be well within their skill level. Typically heard from parents at sporting events.
Nice try! After a U15 soccer player fails to score a goal from close range or an unguarded (open) net.
Or When a High School softball/baseball player allows a fly ball to fall (or bounce) out of their glove.
Or When an uncovered receiver drops a well thrown ball in the end zone.
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