How Basketball Works

Basketball is a high intense game. The objective is to dribble a ball across the court then score into your goal but therefore trying to defend the oppositions. Basketball works best in a team and a lot of passing will be needed.

Basketball is played either indoor or outdoor with a clearly marked court with two hoops on each side. Each of the two teams will need to wear a special uniform for sports so the referee can tell them apart. A well pumped basketball is all that is needed to play this game. The subbing rotation for this game is quite different for this game as each time the coach wants to pull off a substitute he will have to tell the score keeper. The only time you can can sub off is when the ball goes out or if its a foul. When it is a goal subbing cannot be allowed.

The rules in basketball aren't as strict as most games you play as it is a contact sport. There are many types of rules that are simple to break for example double dribbling, you catch the ball then dribble after you dribbled, traveling take more than three steps after catching the ball, carry ball when you cary the ball while dribbling. Fouls are only if you hit someone on the arm while trying to get the ball. Every player as the maximum of five fouls however if the maximum fouls are reached you will be subbed off for the rest of the game.

The positions in basketball are very unique as they are not like any other sport because there are differently named. The positions are the following; point guard, shooting guard, small forward, power forward and lastly center. Point guard moves freely all around the court they can also score. Shooting guard stays at the goal until halfway and is the shooter. Small forward is wing same as power forward. Center is as normal in the center.

Overall basketball is a very enjoyable sport that many people play it as a hobby or professionally (NBA). i really enjoy basketball because it keeps you fit and it improves your large ball skills.