all about basketball

Question 1

is a game played between two teams of five players on a rectangular court, usually indoors. The objective of the game is to shoot a ball through a basket. It is one of the most popular and widely viewed team sport in the world.

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Basketball

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commonly used skills used in basketball

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Shooting, passing, dribbling, rebounding, and running

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different positions (player positioning)

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“center,” “power forward” or “small forward
“point guard” or “shooting guard”

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are the tallest players of the team

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“center,” “power forward” or “small forward

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are the shorter players of the team that possess the best ball handling skills and speed play.

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“point guard” or “shooting guard”

Question 6

It was invented by the Canadian clergyman, educator, and physician ____ on or about December 1891, at the International Young Men’s Christian Association (YMCA) Training School (now Springfield College) in Springfield Massachusetts

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James Naismith

Question 7

The first basket used for the first game was a ___ and a ___ ball was used for the first two years of playing basketball

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peach basket, soccer

Question 8

It is an important skill for all basketball players. This skill will allow you to move around the court, maneuver past defenders and execute plays. This involves bouncing the ball off the floor with your hands

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Dribbling

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The act of attempting to score points by throwing the ball through the basket. It requires the ability to properly hold and throw the ball into the air toward the basket while avoiding defenders

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Shooting

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happens when one player throws the ball to another player with a purpose of setting up a play or taking a shot

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Passing

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Basic Passes

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Chest Pass
Bounce Pass
Overhead Pass

Question 12

The pass originates from the chest. It is thrown by gripping the ball on the sides with the thumbs directly behind the ball. When the pass is thrown, the fingers are rotated behind the ball and the thumbs are turned down.

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Chest Pass

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Is thrown with the same motion however it is aimed at the floor. It should be thrown far enough out that the ball bounces waist high to the receiver

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Bounce Pass

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Is often used as an outlet pass. Bring the ball directly above your forehead with both hands on the side of the ball and follow through

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Overhead Pass

Question 15

The objective of this is to successfully gain possession of the basketball after a missed field goal or free throw. This plays a major role in the game, as most possessions end when a team misses a shot

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Rebounding

Question 16

This is an important skill in basketball. You will find yourself ___ back and forth as the game quickly transitions between offense and defense. When you have the ball, ___will help you to avoid defenders and get to the basket quicker. On defense, you often will find yourself needing to run after the opponent, especially during fast breaks.

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running

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Equipment in Basketball

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1. Ball
2. Uniform
3. Basketball sneakers
4. Water Bottle
5. Scoreboard
6. Whistles
7. Timer

Question 18

most of the time made of leather with the official size of 29.5 to 30 inches in circumference for men’s game and 28.5 inches in circumference for women’s game. It should weigh 18 to 22 ounces. When bounced off 6 feet from the floor, a well inflated ball should bounce 49 to 54 inches in height.

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1. Ball

Question 19

When one starts coaching a basketball team, the most important requirement for a team is to have a ___. This helps one in differentiating a team from another. A ___ consists of a jersey (shirt), shorts, numbers on the front and back of the shirts for identification

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uniform

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help prevent injuries, in part, by providing adequate ankle support.

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3. Basketball sneakers

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is a container that is used to hold water, liquids or other beverages for consumption.

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Water Bottle

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To avoid/prevent dehydration:

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 Drink a cup of water 4 hours before the game and another half-cup of water for every 10 to 15 minutes while playing basketball.
 Replenish electrolytes like sodium and potassium which are lost through perspiration with sports drinks or enhanced water.
 To lower your body temperature and reduce sweating use wet towels or a water mist on the skin.
 When you’re working out or exerting yourself, alcoholic and caffeinated beverages, such as coffee, tea and soda, are not recommended for optimal hydration.

Question 23

is a large board that displays the score in a game

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5. Scoreboard

Question 24

are used by the referees to give signals on the game

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6. Whistles

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used to regulate the playing time and track the duration of the game

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7. Timer

Question 26

The court is a flat, hard surface free from obstructions, __m long and __m wide, measured from the inner edge of the boundary line. Backboard and Rim.

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28, 15

Question 27

The height above the ground for the rim is __feet

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10

Question 28

pointing system free throw -

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1 point

Question 29

pointing system goal shot within the perimeter

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2 point

Question 30

pointing system beyond the 3 point line

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3 point