MOD 1

Where is the origin of Basketball

-Canadian Physical Instructor
-working at the YMCA International Training School Springfield.
-1891

What kind of sport is Basketball before?

teams began to play with five on a side [1,800 square feet (167.2 square meters)]

5 Players start in what year?

FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENTS

Measures maximum of 94 feet long and 50 feet wide, or a mini of 74 feet long and 42 feet wide. The playing space shall be at least 7 meters’ height.

circumference of 29 1⁄2 to 30 inches for men and 28 1⁄2 inches for ladies.

18 inches inside a diameter

Measurement of the Playing Court

Circumference of the ball

Diameter of the Basket

5 Players in Basketball Team

Usually players with the best ball-handling skills and vision in the team play. Its primary role is to orchestrate both offensive and defensive plays and set up scoring opportunities for team-mates.

Typically, the best long-range and mid-range shooter in the team. Players patrolling the position constantly look for three-pointers or can help drag defenders out wide to create space near the basket for their team-mates.

Playing as a this needs a versatile skill set. It requires strength and height as well as speed and dribbling abilities. Mid-range and short-range shooting abilities are also important.

This player is somewhat similar to a small forward but with a bigger focus on physicality. It is usually a foil for the center and are the team’s most dependable scorers from inside the paint.

Usually the tallest player in the team, this is required to occupy the space nearest to the basket in both halves. In defense, they are tasked to pick rebounds and block opposition shooters while their offensive duties require them to finish off short-range moves or shield out defenders to allow their team-mates a clean drive at the basket.

They often lead their team in assists and steals. They are often quick and are able to hit shots either outside the three-point line, largely depending on the player’s skill level. They are responsible for directing plays.

Most of them are good shooters from three – point range. They have good passing skills, allowing them to assume point guard responsibilities known as combo guards.

They are considered to be known as the most versatile of the main basketball positions. They have a variety of assets, such as quickness and strength inside. One common thread among all kinds of small forwards is an ability to “get to the line” and draw fouls by aggressively attempting (post up) plays, lay-ups, or slam dunks.

Often plays a role similar to that if the center, down in the “post” or “low blocks.” They are often the team’s most versatile scorer, being able to shoot mid-range jump shots from 12 to 18 feet from the basket.

Nicknamed the “pivot”, usually near the baseline, close to the basket (referred to as the “low post”). They are usually the tallest player on the floor. They usually scores “down low, in the paint” (near the basket, in the key), but some can be good perimeter shooters. They are typically skilled at gathering rebounds, contesting shots and setting screens on plays.