PATHFIT Flashcards by JOHN MICHAEL MORTILLO

playing surface, consisting of a rectangular floor with baskets at each end

BASKETBALL COURT

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The basketball court is usually made up of

maple wood or concrete or asphalt

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A full size FIBA regulation size basketball court measures exactly

28 BY 15 METERS

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The length of an NBA basketball court is

28.65m (94ft) and the width is 15.24m (50ft)

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two boundaries lines running the length of the court.

SIDELINES

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WIDTH OF THE COURT

50 FT WIDE

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runs from sideline to sideline behind the backboard at the ends of the court

BASELINE/ENDLINE

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DIVIDES THE COURT IN HALF

MID COURT LINE

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Field Goals made from outside this _______ count as three points

THREE POINT LINE/ARC

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FIFTEEN FT AWAY FROM THE BACKBOARD

FREE THROW LINE

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Have a diameter of 12 feet. They come into play on free throws and jump balls.

FREE THROW CIRCLE

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Runs from the free throw line to the baseline

LANE LINES

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is a 12- foot wide circle located at center court, and it’s where jump balls take place

CENTER CIRCLE

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The official size of the basketball used by the NBA is

29.5 INCHES IN CIRCUMFERENCE

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BASKETBALL SIZE OF WNBA

28.5 INCHES IN CIRCUMFERENCE

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For international play, specifically FIBA, the basketball used is what’s called a Molten _____ for men and Molten ____ for women.

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GL7 BASKETBALL SIZE

30.7 INCH

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GL6 BASKETBALL SIZE

29 INCH

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An NBA regulation ball is inflated to between

7.5 & 8.5 PSI

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round shaped metallic rim from which the net hangs.

BASKET

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HOW HIGH IS THE RIM

10 FT

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RIM SIZE

18 INCH

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DIMENSION OF A BACKBOARD

42 X 72 INCH

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keeps track of the amount of time in the current half or quarter during a game

GAME CLOCK

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refer to the timing device that displays a countdown of the time within which the team possessing the ball must attempt a field goal

SHOT CLOCK

It's an important document used to keep track of scoring, fouls, and timeouts

SCORE SHEET

MARKS THE TEAM FOUL LIMIT

FOUL MARKER CONES

comprise of 5 numbered paddles to indicate individual player fouls

FOUL MARKER SETS

used to establish which team has the right to the throw-in in a jump ball situation

ALTERNATING POSSESSION ARROW

provide ankle support, cushioning, traction, and stability

BASKETBALL SHOES

offer comfort, moisture management, and a secure fit

BASKETBALL SOCKS

They are designed to wick away sweat, keep players cool, and allow for unrestricted movement, which enhances overall performance.

BASKETBALL JERSEY AND SHORTS

It protects a basketball player against chipped or broken teeth, root and bone damage, and tooth loss

MOUTHGUARD

THE GAME IS CONTROLLED BY THE

- REFEREES - TABLE OFFICIALS - COMMISSIONER

GAME DURATION IN FIBA

10 MINUTES PER QUARTER

GAME DURATION IN NBA

12 MINUTES PER QUARTER

HOW MANY MINUTES ARE GRANTED IF BOTH SCORES ARE TIED

5 MINUTES

is an interruption of the game requested by the head coach or first assistant coach

TIMEOUT

TIMEOUT RULES (NBA)

7 TIMEOUTS PER GAME (75 SEC)

TIMEOUT RULES (FIBA)

- 2 TIMEOUTS DURING FIRST HALF - 3 TIMEOUTS DURING SECOND HALF - 1 MIN

is replacing one player with another during a match

SUBSITUTION

HOW MANY SEC TO ATTEMPT TO SHOOT THE BALL

24 SEC

offensive players may not remain within the restricted area (key) for more than

3 consecutive seconds

is a player’s illegal contact with an opponent, whether the ball is live or dead

PERSONAL FOUL

An unnecessary and excessive foul that is not violent but impedes a player’s ability to play effectively.

FLAGRANT FOUL 1

A more severe version involving excessive or violent contact. This can lead to the ejection of the player committing the foul, along with free throws and possession of the ball for the opposing team

FLAGRANT FOUL 2

TYPES OF TECHNICAL FOUL

- UNSPORTSMANLIKE CONDUCT - DELAY OF GAME - EXCISSIVE TIMEOUT

THIS TYPE OF TECHNICAL FOUL Includes arguing with referees, inappropriate language, or actions that disrupt the game. Results in free throws for the opposing team and possession of the bal

UNSPORTSMANLIKE CONDUCT

THIS TYPE OF TECHNICAL FOUL Occurs when a player or coach causes a delay in the game, such as intentionally delaying a free throw or not respecting game procedures

DELAY OF GAME

THIS TYPE OF TECHNICAL FOUL Calling more timeouts than allowed or misuse of timeout rules

EXCESSIVE TIMEOUT

TYPES OF SHOOTING FOULS

- FOUL ON A SHOT - THREE-POINT FOUL

THIS TYPE OF SHOOTING FOUL IS WHEN A defender fouls an offensive player during their shooting motion, resulting in free throws. The number of free throws depends on the type of shot taken (two or three-point).

FOUL ON SHOT

THIS TYPE OF SHOOTING FOUL IS WHEN A defender fouls a player attempting a three-point shot, resulting in three free throws if the shot does not go in

THREE-POINT FOUL

If by the end of the 24 seconds, the team still hasn't taken a shot, the referee will whistle and turn the ball over to the other team.

24-Second Shot Clock Violation

A team shall not be in continuous possession of a ball which is in its backcourt for more than 8 consecutive seconds.

8-SECOND VIOLATION

is a rule that says that a player cannot stay inside the paint for more than 3 consecutive seconds.

3-SECONDS VIOLATION

When a team is inbounding the basketball, if they are unable to pass the ball into play within five seconds, they are charged with a violation, and it results in a loss of possession.

5-SECOND VIOLATION

is a violation in basketball that occurs when a player takes too many steps without dribbling

TRAVELLING

is a violation in basketball in which the ball handler allows their hand to scoop underneath the ball or places it on the lower half of the ball while dribbling, allowing the ball to come to a momentary rest

CARRYING/PALMING

a personal violation given to a player that either uses two hands to dribble or stops with the ball and starts dribbling again.

DOUBLE DRIBBLE

Occurs when a defensive player prevents an offensive player from moving or taking a shot by not establishing a legal position or moving into their path.

BLOCKING FOUL

Happens when an offensive player runs into a stationary defensive player who has established a legal position, causing a turnover and a foul on the offensive player

CHARGING FOUL

Primarily focuses on scoring and shooting from the perimeter

shooting guard

a violation that occurs when a player illegally obstructs the ball or the goal while a shot has a reasonable chance of going in

GOALTENDING

The team’s main ball handler and playmaker

point guard

Versatile player who can score in various ways and contribute in multiple areas.

small forward

Plays close to the basket and provides physicality and rebounding

power forward

The tallest player, primarily focused on scoring near the basket and protecting the rim

center

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