Basketball Flashcards
Know the diagram of a basketball court.
Half court Free throw line Sidelines Baseline 3 point line
What type of pass is when the basketball is held with two hands, below the chin, pushing the ball away from your body to your teammate without bouncing it?
Chest pass
What type of pass would work best if you wanted to get the ball all the way across the court to one of your teammates?
Lob pass
What are three proper ways to dribble a basketball?
- a slight bend in the knees
- Have your head up
- Hands spread open
What type of shot will help you improve your shooting percentage?
A bank shot
If your teammate has a clear break away to the basket - what would be the best shot for him to take?
A Lay up shot
If a defensive player positions them-self in from of you with both feet set - you are not in the act of shooting - and you knock over the defensive player what kind of foul will be called?
A charging foul
What foul will be called if a player picks up his dribble and takes three step before completing a layup shot to the basket?
A walking foul
What kind of foul will be called if you try to position yourself in front of an offensive player but are NOT able to set your feet?
A blocking foul
How many fouls does each player receive before he fouls out of a game?
5
