PASSING
COURT DIMENSIONS
PLAYER POSITONS
GAMEPLAY CONCEPTS
100


What is the term for a pass that is executed by stepping forward and pushing the ball from the chest?


What is a chest pass?

100

What is the width of a standard basketball court?

What is 50 feet wide?

100

What is the role of the player known for their ability to score from both inside and outside the key?

What is a small forward?

100
  • What is a quick offensive play where a team moves rapidly down the court to score?

What is a fast break?

200

What type of pass is particularly effective for getting around defenders by bouncing the ball?

What is a bounce pass?

200

How long is a standard basketball court?

  • What is 94 feet long?

200

Which position typically involves a player who excels at rebounding and blocking shots near the basket?

  • What is a center?

200

What is the term for the smooth movement and passing of the ball among players on offense?

What is offensive flow?

300

Which passing technique requires the player to raise the ball above their head to deliver it over a defender?

  • What is an overhead pass?

300

How far is the three-point line from the basket at the top of the key?

  • What is 22 feet?

300

What type of player is often responsible for orchestrating the offense and distributing the ball to teammates?

What is a point guard?

300

What term describes the planned approach a team uses during a game?

What is team strategy?

400

What is the importance of body positioning when making a pass?

  • What is to provide better balance and control?

400

What is the diameter of a basketball hoop?

 What is 18 inches?

400
  •  What is the primary responsibility of a shooting guard during a game?

What is to score points and take long-range shots?

400

What encompasses the actual conduct of the game, including how players move, pass, shoot, and defend?

What is gameplay?

500

What are the specific techniques and movements used to perform a skill effectively in passing?

What are mechanics?

500

How wide is the key (or paint) area on a basketball court?

  • What is 16 feet wide?

500
  • What position is usually characterized by a player who can shoot from mid-range and is strong in rebounding?

What is a power forward?

500

What is the awareness of the surroundings and players' positions during gameplay that helps players make quick decisions?

What is situational awareness?