Timing Rules
How long are you able to stay in the paint?
3 seconds
Guarding someone full court is called what?
Press
***After committing 5 team fouls in a quarter the other team enters this
Bonus
Who invented basketball?
James Naismith
Crossing the half court line and going back is committing this penalty
Back court violation
What are the lines at the two end of the court called?
Baseline
How high is a regulation basket?
10 feet
What is it called when someone takes too many steps without dribbling?
A travel
When basketball was first invented what was used as the hoop?
Peach baskets
How do you start a basketball game?
Jump ball
How long do you have to get the ball across mid-court?
10 seconds
A foul that causes harm to a player is called what?
A flagrant foul
Switching pivot foots is committing this violation
Travelling violation (Travel)
How long do you have to get the ball in bounds?
5 seconds
How many personal fouls can someone commit before being kicked out of the game?
5
Dribbling with both hands at the same time is committing this violation
Double dribble