Basketball Jobs
What is the person who plays games and scores points called?
Player
What school comes after elementary school?
Middle School/Junior High
What does it mean to work together with teammates?
Teamwork
What is the thing that makes the "swish" sound when the ball goes in ?
Net
TRUE OR FALSE
If you do not have good grades you can still play on the team
FALSE
Who is the person who teaches the team how to play ?
Coach
What type of school comes before college?
a. highschool
b. elementary
c. university
Highschool
What is it called when you bounce the ball while moving?
Dribbling
Where are basketball games played ?
Court
Why is education important for athletes ?
To have a backup plan
Who is the person who blows the whistle and enforces the rules?
Referee
What league do college athletes/basketball players play in ?
a. ACC
B.WNBA
C.NCAA
NCAA
What does it mean to throw the ball to another teammate?
Passing
Where does the ball have to go in order for a team to gain a point?
The net
Name one college basketball team near us
UH Cougars
Who is the person who helps the team stay healthy?
Doctor/Trainer
What is the NBA?
professional basketball league
What does it mean to try and make the ball go into the hoop?
Shooting
Name two professional basketball teams
answers vary
true or false
You have to be invited to be on a college team
TRUE - the coach must want you to be on the team
Who is the person that talks on the TV during a game?
Announcer
What is the womens professional basketball league called?
WNBA
How many people can be on the court at one time
5
10
15
10 (5 from each team)
Name 5 famous basketball players (Man or Woman)
Answers vary
college teams wear this to show which school they play for
Jerseys