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Basketball

The game of basketball, including positions, basketball hoop sizes, and court sizes. Includes all levels of basketball.

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Who invented the basketball hook shot?

Frank Keaney, the University of Rhode Island's first basketball coach. That is why the URI Rams' nickname is the "Running Rams"

An injured player cannot shoot his own free throws in high school who shoots his free throws?

HIGH SCHOOL RULE BOOK

Rule 8 Section 2

The free throw(s) awarded because of a personal foul shall be attempted by the

offended player. If such player must withdraw because of an injury or

disqualification, his/her substitute shall attempt the throw(s) unless no substitute

is available, in which case any teammate may attempt the throw(s) as selected by

the team captain or head coach.

How many NBA players are German?

I asked my coach and he said 1000 which is barely any to me but im German and im a professional basketball player so im glad you asked that question and im glad i could actually answer well gotta get some rest because i have a big game tomorrow. Sorry I have to go but i need a lot of rest for tomorrows big game so im not tired

Bye

Is basketball player Candace Parker gay with Diana Taurasi?

In the past she has had several boyfriends. But chooses to keep her private life private. Although when asked if she is homosexual she avoids the question and usually scolds the person who asks. This does not mean she is or is not gay.

Is it legal to dribbling basketball above your shoulder?

That is legal, as long as your hand only touches the top hemisphere of the ball.

Why is basketball more popular then volleyball?

Football is more popular than soccer and basketball, because you can do anything: catch, hit, kick, push, run, throw, and more.

(Football isn't more popular than soccer. Soccer is the most popular team sport in the world :D)

Can i play college basketball if i have bad grades?

yes college students should have to get good grades in order to play sports. they could be the best player on the team but school comes first. you should at least have a B in order to play on the team.

What are the qualifications of a professional basketball player?

There is no college education needed to be a professional basketball player. Although most players complete high school and enroll in college for a short time before jumping to the NBA. Overseas players must qualify for their team with whatever education requirements it has.

What is the nature of basketball?

*All versions have the dual objective of causing the ball to land in your opponent's court while preventing it from landing in your own.

*Every version is considered a team sport, which requires coordinating and communicating with teammates to reach common objectives.

*Each team is allowed a limited number of touches on the ball before it has to go over the net.

Who won last year championship college men basketball?

Holy Cross in 1947, LaSalle in 1954, U of San Francisco in 1955 and 1956, Loyola of Illinois in 1963, Marquette in 1977, Georgetown in 1984 and Villanova in 1985.

How far is Foul line in bowling?

There are three sets of dots on the approach:

  • First set located about 15 feet from the foul line
  • Second set is 12 feet away
  • Third set is approximately 3 inches away.

Some centers do not use targeting dots at the further levels.

Who had the first one hundred million dollar contract in the nba?

Juwan Howard

Juwan Howard decided to sign a 101 million dollar contract with the Miami Heat on July 15, 1996. Yet the contract was disallowed by the NBA, the reason being that it was not in accordance with the existing salary cap rules. Howard then re-signed with the Bullets on August 5. He became the first player in NBA history to sign a contract worth over 100 million dollars, his seven-year contract being worth 105 million dollars. Though he always put up decent offensive numbers during his tenure in Washington (about 18 points and 8 rebounds per game), he never reached the level of All-Star status again.

Who is currently the youngest coach in the NBA?

As of the beginning of the 2010 season the youngest head coach in the NFL would be Tampa Bay Bucs coach Raheem Morris at age thirty-four.

What are some team name ideas for a boys basketball team?

If you don't want to use NBA team names, go for something rough sounding and try not to make it an animal- those names are boring. Go for the avalanche, tsunamies, or something like that.

Can a 30yr old play NCAA basketball?

no 30 is not too old...just remember don't compare yourself to how you used to be...focus on who you are now and who you want to be...ud be surprised at the result...you can still get back in shape & play Jordan played at 40 good luck in your endeavors

What is Michael Jordan's mom name?

Michael Jordan's mother's name is Rhonda Jordan . She breastfed Michael for 3 years and is on record as saying she believes this is the reason why he is the athlete he is today.

When did Michigan win the NCAA basketball championships?

Yes, in 2001-2002. They went 32-4 (15-1 in ACC play). In the NCAA Tournament they beat Siena 85-70 in the first round, in the second round they beat Wisconsin 87-57, in the Sweet 16 they beat Kentucky 78-68, in the Elite 8 they beat Connecticut 90-82, in the Final 4 they beat Kansas 97-88, and in the finals Gary Williams' Terps beat Mike Davis' Indiana 64-52. Tournament MVP Juan Dixon scored 18 points. For the season, Juan Dixon led the team in PPG with 20.4. Lonny Baxter led the Terps in RPG with 8.2. Steve Blake led the team in APG with 7.9. Maryland had an impressive 4 NBAers in their starting lineup.

How tall is Lawrence Frank?

Lawrence Frank is about 5 foot 8 inches. He was a coach for the New Jersey Nets but as of August 4, 2017, is the LA Clippers head of operations.

Why was women's basketball invented?

Because Cheryl Miller was whoopin everybody's a-- and the boys was gettin tired of gettin beat by a girl, to the point where they said, "U know what Cheryl, u can't do this to our youngins anymore, u are lowering their self esteem, we gotta make a league for u so u can Wilt chamberlain dem b****es." And then there was light......

How is the game restarted after a technical foul?

The team that did not recieve the technical foul, picks a shooter, and then shoot two foul shots, then the team that got to shoot the foul shots get the ball on the side out of bounds.

Who was on the roster for the Indiana university basketball teram in 1981?

Craig Bardo

Steve Bouchie

Tony Brown

Chuck Franz

Glen Grunwald (Captain)

Phil Isenbarger

Eric Kirchner

Ted Kitchel

Mike LaFave

Steve Risley

Isiah Thomas

Ray Tolbert (Captain)

Landon Turner

Randy Wittman

Jim Thomas

What European basketball team did Alvin Bo Dukes play on?

Inkster High School in Inkster, Michigan Class of 1979