Basic Skills and Rules in Basketball

Welcome: Basic Skills and Rules in Basketball
Description: Basketball is a game where players try to throw a round inflated ball through a raised basket like goal. It is played on a court by two teams of five players. Points are made by shooting the ball through a high metal hoop and net at the opponent's end of the court. The large round ball used in this game is also called a basketball.
Grade Level: 6-8
Curriculum: Health / PE
Keywords: Rules, Basic skills, the playing court, equipment
Author(s): Gail Fermin