have a lot on the ball

Related to have a lot on the ball: have something on the ball

have a lot on the ball

To be attentive, knowledgeable, and quick to take action. Primarily heard in US. I'm so glad that my assistant has a lot on the ball because I'm too scatterbrained to manage my schedule on my own. I can't believe Molly got that report done so quickly—she really has a lot on the ball.
See also: ball, have, lot, on
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

have a lot on the ball

have a lot of ability. US
See also: ball, have, lot, on
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary

have something/a lot on the ˈball

(American English, informal) be capable of doing a job very well; be intelligent: I think she has a lot on the ball and would make an excellent senator.
See also: ball, have, lot, on, something
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary

have a lot on the ball

phr. [for someone] to have ability and knowledge and be attentive and useful. She can do it. She’s got a lot on the ball.
See also: ball, have, lot, on
McGraw-Hill's Dictionary of American Slang and Colloquial Expressions
See also:
  • be on the ball
  • (it's) good to hear your voice
  • (something) is over (one's) head
  • be at a disadvantage
  • at a disadvantage
  • address (one's) comments to (someone or something)
  • address comments or remarks to
  • address (one's) remarks to (someone or something)
  • be in it for
  • at the point of (doing something)