PHYSICAL EDUCATION 11

ACTIVITY SHEETS (4th Quarter)

Week 2 & 3*

BASKETBALL
TEAM SPORTS

Basketball is a team sport in which two teams, most

commonly of five players each, opposing one another on a
rectangular court, compete with the primary objective
of shooting a basketball (approximately 9.4 inches (24 cm)
in diameter) through the defender's hoop (a basket 18
inches (46 cm) in diameter mounted 10 feet (3.048 m) high
to a backboard at each end of the court) while preventing
the opposing team from shooting through their own hoop.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Basketball

HISTORY AND BACKGROUND OF BASKETBALL

Basketball was invented in 1891 by Dr. James Naismith, a Canadian of Scottish descent at
Springfield College Massachusetts. The college was the International YMCA Training School
and the game was invented to provide an indoor activity for
trainee YMCA leaders. When the game was first played,
peach baskets were nailed up at each end of the
gymnasium as “goals”, hence the origin of the name
“basketball”.
The first set of rules was published and distributed through
the YMCA movement in 1892 and this resulted in the game
spreading rapidly throughout Canada and the USA. 1892
also saw the game played in England for the first time at
Birkenhead YMCA after the Club President was the game
played whilst on a business trip to Canada. In 1893 the
game was introduced into the Physical Training College in
Hampstead (now Dartford College of PE) by Madame Berman Osterberg. Changes to the
game to suit the girls led to the first rules of netball being published in 1901.

https://www.gardenlines.co.uk/articles/play-equipment/basketball-brief-history

FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT OF BASKETBALL

Basket*
A hoop or basket with net around its circumference and of 18 inches’ diameter is firmly hung
horizontally from a rectangular backboard of 3.5 feet height and 6 feet width on either sides
of the court. The rim of the hoop is 10 feet above the ground.
Ball*
Basketball is an orange-colored and rough-textured spherical ball with black contours usually
made of leather or composite tough materials.
The ball is bounced continuously (dribbling), thrown through the air to other players
(passing), and towards the basket (shooting). So a typical basketball must be very durable
and easy to hold on to
Basketball court*
It is the playing surface, consisting of a rectangular floor, with baskets at each end. In
professional or organized basketball, especially when played indoors, it is usually made out
of a wood, often maple, and highly polished and completed with a 10-foot rim.
Other Equipment*
There may be some more equipment for convenience.
 Some international courts have a game clock that makes a beep at the end of each
period. Some also show the shot clock countdown.
 Sometimes, the back boards have bordering lights that light up and indicate that a
period is about to end.
https://www.tutorialspoint.com/basketball/basketball_equipment.htm
DR. JAMES NAISMITH'S ORIGINAL 13 RULES OF BASKETBALL
1. The ball may be thrown in any direction with one or both hands.
2. The ball may be batted in any direction with one or both hands (never with the fist).
3. A player cannot run with the ball. The player must throw it from the spot on which he
catches it, allowance to be made for a man who catches the ball when running at a
good speed if he tries to stop.
4. The ball must be held in or between the hands; the arms or body must not be used
for holding it.
5. No shouldering, holding, pushing, tripping, or striking in any way the person of an
opponent shall be allowed; the first infringement of this rule by any player shall count
as a foul, the second shall disqualify him until the next goal is made, or, if there was
evident intent to injure the person, for the whole of the game, no substitute allowed.
6. A foul is striking at the ball with the fist, violation of Rules 3,4, and such as described
in Rule 5.
7. If either side makes three consecutive fouls, it shall count a goal for the opponents
(consecutive means without the opponents in the mean time making a foul).
8. A goal shall be made when the ball is thrown or batted from the grounds into the
basket and stays there, providing those defending the goal do not touch or disturb
the goal. If the ball rests on the edges, and the opponent moves the basket, it shall
count as a goal.
9. When the ball goes out of bounds, it shall be thrown into the field of play by the
person first touching it. In case of a dispute, the umpire shall throw it straight into the
field. The thrower-in is allowed five seconds; if he holds it longer, it shall go to the
opponent. If any side persists in delaying the game, the umpire shall call a foul on
that side.
10. The umpire shall be judge of the men and shall note the fouls and notify the referee
when three consecutive fouls have been made. He shall have power to disqualify
men according to Rule 5.
11. The referee shall be judge of the ball and shall decide when the ball is in play, in
bounds, to which side it belongs, and shall keep the time. He shall decide when a
goal has been made, and keep account of the goals with any other duties that are
usually performed by a referee.
12. The time shall be two 15-minute halves, with five minutes' rest between.
13. The side making the most goals in that time shall be declared the winner. In case of
a draw, the game may, by agreement of the captains, be continued until another
goal is made.
https://www.usab.com/history/dr-james-naismiths-original-13-rules-of-basketball.aspx
IMPORTANT BASKETBALL SKILLS
Dribbling
Dribbling is an important skill for all basketball players. This skill will allow you to move up
and down the court, maneuver past defenders and execute plays. Proper dribbling requires
ball-handling skills and knowledge of how to spread your fingers for ball control. It is also
best if you know how to dribble equally well with both hands.

Shooting
In order to score points in basketball, you need to shoot the ball into the hoop. This requires
the ability to properly hold and throw the ball into the air toward the basket while avoiding
defenders. A proper shot requires precise aiming, arm extension and lift from the legs. There
are different types of shots you need to learn, including jump shots, layups and free throws.

Running
Running is a big part of basketball. In a full-court game, you will find yourself running back
and forth as the game quickly transitions between offense and defense. When you have the
ball, running will help you to avoid defenders and get to the basket quicker. On defense, you
often will find yourself needing to run after the opponent, especially during fast breaks.

Passing
Passing is another skill that when mastered can help you become a complete basketball
player. Basketball is a team sport that involves finding a teammate who is open for a shot.
The ability to pass the ball to this player can make the difference between scoring and not
scoring. Really great passers are an important part of a basketball team and usually the
ones who set up scoring plays.

Jumping
Jumping is another skill that can define how good a basketball player is. Jumping is involved
in offense during the jump ball in the beginning, while taking shots and sometimes while
trying to catch a pass. On defensive you will need the ability to jump when trying to block a
shot or a pass. Being able to out jump your opponent for a rebound also is important.

Footwork
It is the movements a player executes with their feet. Footwork affects the way players
move around the court, the way they shoot, the way they get open, and most importantly if
those moves are successful.

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ACTIVITY 1: True or False

______1. Basketball is a team sport in which two teams, most commonly of five players
each, opposing one another on a rectangular court.
______2. Basketball was invented in 1892.
______3. Basketball invented by Dr. James Naismith.
_______4. The first set of rules of basketball was published and distributed through the
YMCA movement in 1892.
______5. Basketball is an black-colored and soft-textured spherical ball with black contours
usually made of leather or composite tough materials.
_______6. In basketball rules by Dr. Naismith, the ball may be thrown in any direction with
one or both hands.
______7. A foul is striking at the ball with the fist, violation of Rules 3,4, and such as
described in Rule 4.
______8. The time shall be two 20-minute halves, with five minutes' rest between.
______9. Dribbling is an important skill for all basketball players
______10. Jumping is another skill that can define how good a basketball player is.

ACTVITY 2: Write at least 5 famous basketball player. (Local or International).

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ACTIVITY 3: TRY-OUTS!
1. Video yourself doing the 6 basic skills in Basketball. You can use any ball if you don’t
have a basketball. (Big size ball)
 Dribbling
 Shooting
 Running
 Passing
 Jumping
 Footwork
(Send it thru messenger)

Prepared by:

ANGEL H. DIAZ
Teacher II