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Introduction
Basketball is an extremely popular sport. More people
watch basketball than any other sport in the Philippines. It
can be played in driveways, parking lots, back yards,
streets, high schools, colleges and professional arenas. The
game is also enjoyed internationally, with rules available in
thirty languages. Basketball is included among the Olympic
sports.
FACILITY
1. THE COURT
- A regulation basketball court is 50 feet wide and 94 feet
long. This gives players the correct amount of space to
shoot, pass and score the basketball.
The Guards normally bring the ball down the court to
begin offensive play.
THE PLAYERS - A team may lose possession of the ball for “traveling.”
A basketball team consists of a center, two forwards and
two guards. - Traveling occurs when a player runs or walks with the
The Forwards are positioned near the opposing ball.
team’s basket so that they can be ready for
shooting and rebounding. - Double dribbling (bouncing the ball with both hands or
stopping dribbling, then starting again) can also cause a
Small Forward – is often primarily responsible for team to lose possession of the ball.
scoring points via cuts to the basket and dribble. On
defense, he/she seeks rebounds and steals, but
sometimes plays more actively.
CHEST PASS – a pass used for short, fast 1. Strengthens muscular endurance
passing of distances up to twenty feet. It is
done in front of the chest. Playing basketball requires agility, strength,
and stamina. You must quickly move and change
OVERHEAD PASS – A popular pass that can directions using high-intensity, short-duration muscle
be used from anywhere on the court; contractions. You’ll also need muscular endurance,
especially good for closely-guarded players. It which is the ability of muscles to repeatedly apply
is done by throwing the ball with both hands force for an extended period. You can increase your
from a position above the head. muscular endurance by playing basketball and doing
exercises to build lower and upper body strength.
BOUNCE PASS – This pass is used when two You can also focus on strengthening your core
players are relatively close to each other. The and back muscles. This will have a positive effect on
ball usually bounces once before being caught your stamina, energy, levels, and performance.
by the other player.
2. Builds healthy bones
BASEBALL PASS – It is done by throwing the Playing a team sport, such as basketball, can
ball with one hand from the back. provide unique physical and mental health benefits.
Research from 2018, found that playing a team-based sport
UNDERHAND PASS – An effective move has a positive effect on bone strength. People who played
handball and football were shown to have more bone
when the passer is moving at fast speeds;
mineral density than those who were sedentary.
3. Improves balance and coordination 9. Encourages team spirit
Playing basketball requires you to develop hand- Playing basketball helps foster a sense of
eye and foot coordination as you maintain your balance community and teamwork. You may have the chance to
throughout the movements. As you play, you need to move positively interact with people from different backgrounds,
your body quickly as you jump, pivot, or change direction. which can broaden your perspective. Plus, you’ll learn to
Basketball requires you to use motor skills such as play fairly and graciously regardless of the outcome of your
shooting, passing, and dribbling. You’ll also become skilled performance. Your teammates and you can aim to be
in rebounding and defensive moves. Maintaining a strong supportive, positive role models for each other.
body will help you perform all of these movements with
greater ease. 10. Develops communication skills
As you interact with your teammates, you may learn
4. Develops fundamental movement skills new ways to communicate verbally and nonverbally. You’ll
Playing basketball offers youth the opportunity to have the chance to talk to your teammates and listen to
develop the motor skills necessary for development. what they have to say.
Research from 2018, points to the effectiveness of Most likely, there will be time to communicate
basketball in enhancing the fundamental movement skills before, during, and after a game or practice. Whether you
that children need to learn. learn to speak up or stay silent more often, positive
Playing basketball helps to improve motor communication skills will bring benefits to your athletic,
coordination, flexibility, and endurance. It also encourages personal, and professional life.
speed, agility, and strength. These skills are shown to have
a positive effect on promoting a healthy body weight and
encouraging more physical activity, which can enhance
cardiorespiratory fitness and self-esteem.
Lesson 13: Officiating Basketball
5. Improves body composition
Researchers found that playing basketball had a Introduction
positive effect on overall body composition. In this study, An official in basketball is a person responsible for
untrained men underwent 3 months of street basketball spotting any rule violations and enforcing the appropriate
training, which had a positive effect on overall fitness and penalties in basketball. Officials are vitally important to any
body composition. After the training, the men increased basketball game, as they help to ensure a level playing field
their lean body mass and lowered their body fat percentage. that prevents either team from having an unfair advantage.
2. The Referee
- Officials that occupy the referee position primarily handle
conduct violations. While referees are well-equipped to call
contact fouls and illegal positioning, they are mostly relied
upon to settle disputes and hand out technical fouls if a - When an official wishes to signal for a full timeout it is
player or coach loses control of their emotions and behaves indicated by two arms spread to the sides forming a “T”
poorly. shape.
3. The Umpire
- Umpires handle the clock (making sure the timer knows Thirty Second Timeout
when to pause and restart the game clock due to a
stoppage in play) and basic foul calls. For example, the
umpire will likely be the official to hand down a ruling when
a defensive player makes contact with an opposing shooter.
Jump Ball
Stop Clock
- When both players have control over the ball at the same
- To stop the clock at any point in the game, the referee will time, it is indicated by both thumbs pointing upwards with
raise one hand straight over head with his palms facing out arms extended.
and finger tips pointed
Substitution Holding
Hand Check
Three Seconds
Traveling
Five Seconds
Carrying or Palming
Ten Seconds