History
Dr. James Naismith invented this sport.
Who invented basketball?
It has four 8-minute quarters and a 10 minute half-time
How long are high school basketball games?
5 players
How many members are on a basketball team?
Personal fouls is this type of violation
What is a violation involving contact with an opponent called?
Teamwork and Cooperation is what it takes
What does a team game like basketball require?
First game of basketball was played with these items
What is a soccer-style ball and a peach basket?
It is made of glass, wood, or fiberglass
What is the backboard made of?
This player takes the jump ball, rebounds, and does close-range shooting (usually the tallest )
Who is the center?
2 free throws are attempted
How many free throws does an intentional foul result in?
the ball is this
What is the primary safety concern in basketball?
1893 is the year these were first used.
When was a metal ring with a netted bag used?
It is 20 to 22 ounces with a circumference of 30 inches
What size is a men's basketball?
the best ball handlers , they dribble and pass the ball
Who is the guard?
Contact with a shooting player is an example of this
What is a personal foul?
This helps players: calling all fouls immediately
How are players safeguarded from personal injuries?
1899 was the year teams decide to do this
When did the teams decide to limit players to just five players?
It is covered in leather
What is an official basketball?
This player is responsible for shooting and rebounding missed shots.
Who is the forward?
A non-contact foul by a player or a violation by a non-player is an example of this
What is a technical foul?
Happens after 5 personal fouls
When is a player removed from play?
NBA and NCAA
Who governs the rules of basketball now?
Other materials basketballs are made of
What is rubber or a synthetic material?
5 seconds is all you have!
How fast does the team have to in-bound a ball?
Disrespectful behavior to officials is an example of this
What is a technical foul?
Scorer, timer, and two or three floor officials
Who monitors a basketball game?