Higher Basketball Roles and Rules

Higher Basketball The object of the game of basketball is to outscore your opponents by throwing the ball through the opponents' basket from above while preventing the opponents from doing so on their own. An attempt to score in this way is called a shot. A successful shot is worth two points, or three points if it is taken from beyond the three-point arc.

Higher Basketball There are five main positions on the court:

Higher Basketball Shooting guard typically a team's best outside shooter on the team. This player moves around the court to try to create some space to take a shot that is uncontested by the opposition. Point guard This player is typically the best dribbler and passer on the team.

Higher Basketball Small forward The small forward is probably just as important as the point guard. Many offensive moves begin from this position. Fast player who can shot well close into the basket Power forward Usually near the basket and moves from one side of the basket to the other to try to get free from the opposition player that is guarding him. Power forwards also are skilled rebounders.

Higher Basketball Centre The centre is likely to be the tallest player on the court. Their job is based at both ends of the court with defence and offence. The centre's role is to establish a position near the basket to allow him/herself an easy jump shot. On defence, the centre attempts to block shots and grab rebounds. Requires high levels of CRE due to the distance covered during a game

Higher Basketball Timing Rules 24-second rule - There are a number of time restrictions that dictates how long a team or player has to do a particular move. This is the first of four time rules. After a team gains possession of the ball, they have 24 seconds to shoot. Possession is handed to the other team if they fail to do so. 8-second rule - After the attacking team gains possession of the ball in their own half, they have eight seconds to move the ball into the opposition's half. Otherwise they will lose possession. 5-second rule - There is also a time limit when it comes to throw-ins or free throws. These must be taken within five seconds. 3-second rule - A player can only be in the opposition's restricted area - or the key - for three seconds. A foul will be called if the player does not leave within those three seconds. Time-outs - Play can be stopped for coaches to discuss new tactics and game plans with the players. They can last for a maximum of one minute. Each team can have one time-out in each quarter and two in the last quarter. Although only one is available in overtime.

Higher Basketball Rules of the game Violation - A violation of the rules covers such things as an illegal dribble or spending more than three seconds in the restricted area. A foul is awarded with possession handed to the opposition. This will usually be a throw-in from the side line.

Higher Basketball Most Common Violations – Fouls Backcourt violation - If an offensive team allows the ball to go behind the midcourt line and touches it before the opposing team touches it, it is called for a backcourt violation and the opposing team is awarded the ball. Double-dribble violation - A player must bounce the ball on the court, also called dribbling, in order to move around the court. A player can move only two steps after he stops dribbling. If a player dribbles, stops, and then dribbles again, the referee calls a double-dribble violation, and the opposing team gains possession of the ball. Travelling violation - If a player is not dribbling, that player can move one foot, as long as he keeps the other foot, called his pivot foot, in contact with the floor. The pivot foot must remain constant. If a player moves both feet without dribbling, the referee will call a travelling (or walking) violation.

Higher Basketball Personal fouls in basketball Holding - is when personal contact is made with an opponent which restricts their movement. Illegal guarding from the rear - Where a defending player makes contact with an opponent from behind. Blocking - This covers any sort of contact between two players where an opponent's movements are impeded. Pushing - This foul is called when a player moves or attempts to move an opponent with force. Even if they do not have control of the ball. Illegal screening - An attempt to slow down or stop an opponent who does not have control of the ball. Charging - When a player, with or without the ball, pushes or moves into an opponent.

Higher Basketball Miscellaneous fouls in basketball Technical foul - This covers such things as bad language and other unsportsmanlike conduct. A free throw is awarded to the other team. Disqualifying foul - This is called if a player commits a serious foul, such as striking an opponent. They will be dismissed immediately from the game. Five-foul rule - If a player commits five fouls, either personal or technical, they must leave the game and can not return. They can be replaced by a substitute. Team foul - This is called when a team has committed five fouls - personal or technical - in any one period. The opposing team is awarded with two free throws.