The phrase "championship contenders" refers to teams or individuals who have a strong chance of winning or competing for a championship title in a particular sport or competition. Full definition
They can then earn contracts and pick their moves between teams, or elect to stay at one in a bid to turn them into championship contenders. (wccftech.com)
You're the greatest at your position yet can't make your team a playoff or championship contender at any point in your career? (sbnation.com)
When it comes to college football roster development, recruiting classes essentially provide stepping - stones toward assembling perennial championship contenders. (landof10.com)