1. The Game of Basketball

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

3. 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

4. The Court

5. 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!