Basketball History/Extra
Who invented Basketball?
Dr. James Naismith
A basket made inside the three-point line is worth how many points
3 points
What is offense?
When your team is trying to score.
How does a basketball start?
Jumpball
What is a position in basketball?
Guard, Center, Forward
What year was basketball invented?
1891
What part of the hand makes contact with the ball?
Fingertips
If we are performing a layup on the right side of the court, what foot do we start with?
Right Foot
What is the maximum amount of people allowed on court at one time?
10
How many quarters is a basketball game divided in?
What was used as the first basketball hoop?
a fruit basket
When passing, our thumbs should be...
Behind the ball
How many points are shots worth within the arc?
2pts
Define turn over
ball possession goes to opposite team
Name the defensive strategies we learned in class.
Zone & Man to man
What is the line called where you shoot your free throws?
Free throw line
What is the first cue to dribbling?
Eyes Up/ Heads Up
How many points are each free throw worth?
1 pt
What two lines are used for out of bounds?
Baseline and Sideline
Based on what we talked about in class. What is defense?
Preventing the opposing team from scoring
How many players are allowed on the court per team?
5
Name one type of pass we practiced in class
Chest Pass
Where should our elbows be when shooting?
In/behind the ball
How many steps can you take before a layup?
2
Name and define one of the defensive strategy we learned.
Zone: each player is responsible for defending a specific area
Man to Man: each player is responsible for defending a specific player
What is a violation?
committing illegal action
Name one type of pass we practiced in class.
Bounce Pass
What does BEEEF stand for?
Balance, Eyes, Elbows, Elevation, Follow-Through
Define double dribble.
dribbling with 2 hands at the same time, or picking the ball up after dribbling and then dribble the ball again.
Name and define one of the defensive strategies we learned.
Zone: each player is responsible for defending a specific area
Man to Man: each player is responsible for defending a specific player