The Game of Basketball

History Invented by Dr. James Naismith in 1891 Springfield, MA Used peach baskets instead of metal hoops

Basic Rules 5 players on the court for each team 2 points are scored by shooting ball through the hoop Unless it is shot from behind the 3 point line Must bounce the ball on the ground in order to move Fouls are called for too much contact Ball must stay inside boundary lines

The Court

How can YOU play? Purchase a ball at any local sporting goods store Head to your nearest school, park, or rec center and play! PRACTICE makes PERFECT!