Positions
Usually the biggest player who is good at rebounding
Center
The line that divides the court in half
Halfcourt Line
The amount of points a team receives when shooting a basket from inside the half a circle or 3 point line
2 points
The process of bouncing the ball up and down while running or walking
Dribbling
Who created basketball?
James Naismith
The best outside shooter
Shooting Guard
The line a player is sent to when they are fouled while shooting
Free Throw Line
When a player takes 2 or more steps with the ball without dribbling
Traveling
The types of passing
Chest pass and bounce pass
What was not allowed when basketball was first invented?
Dribbling
The best ball handler and passer
Point Guard
The line that creates half a circle and looks like an arch
3 Point Line
The violation that occurs when a player dribbles, stops, then dribbles again
Double Dribble
Recovering and grabbing the ball after a missed shot
Rebound
What was the first ball and basketball hoop used?
Soccer ball and a peach basket
Good at shooting, rebounding, and driving to the basket
Small Forward
In the center circle, how is the game started?
Tip off/Jump
How many seconds can an offensive player be in the paint?
3
What does BEEF stand for?
Balance, Eyes, Elbow, Follow through
What year was basketball invented?
1891
Best rebounder and very strong defensive player
Power Forward
The line or area the coach cannot cross or leave
Coaches Line/Box
An offensive foul down by the basket
Charge
What is it called when a player throws the ball up to his teammate who is midair about to dunk?
Alley Oop
South Carolina 38-0