Level One Flashcards
What year was Basketball Invented and who invented it? ( Two Answers)
James Naismith and 1891
Who was Dr. Naismith?
The Physical Education Director of the YMCA College
Why was Basketball Invented?
The game of basketball was used to help condition football players during winter months
What did they use for a basket?
Peach Basket
Did they have different rules at the beginning of basketball?
True
How many players could you have at the beginning of basketball?
50
How many basketballs were used at the beginning of basketball?
4-5
Is it true that rules have changed but we still have some of the original rules?
True
What year was the first basketball game?
1892
When was the first college game and who did they go against? ( Three answers)
Yale, Connecticut, in 1896
What is a basketball court’s shape and what kind of floor did they have?
rectangular, hardwood
If a basket is made outside of the semi-circle, how much is it worth?
3 points
If I am playing defense, where should I position myself?
In front of the offender
If a basket is made inside of the semi-circle, how many points is it worth?
2 points
If I am on offense and my team loses possession of the ball and I stay down on my end and cherry-pick, am I being a good teammate?
No, I am being lazy
If I am dribbling the basketball and I pick up my dribble, can I dribble again?
No
When dribbling the basketball, why should I keep my eyes up?
To see what’s in front of me, To see where my teammates are
In a regular game of basketball, how many people are on the court at one time (per team)?
5
Can I hit someone’s arm while they are shooting?
No
How many points is a free throw worth?
1
