Basketball Basics
Introductory Guide to Basketball
What It Takes to be an Athlete
Basketball Basics – Being a true athlete is by no means an easy job. Training is exacting and the responsibility is heavy.
Are you coachable?
Do you have a burning desire to learn? Can you take constructive criticism or are you a “Know it all”? Will you always do your level best to improve? Do you want to improve?
Are you competitive?
Are you possessed with the spirit of competition which fires an intense desire to achieve? Do you want to win, never taking “no” for an answer when there is a job to be done, a rebound to be grabbed, a shot to be stopped, or a basket to be made? Does it bother you to give less than your best effort?
Are you willing to practice?
Not just reporting and putting in the necessary time, but working every day with the same speed and determination you use during a game? Great athletes give their best effort at all times. Too Often the lessons that could be learned from the performance of a truly great athlete are overlooked. Too much attention to final records ignores the means by which these records were achieved. Too little is written or told of the years of practice, of the tremendous will to succeed, or of the diligent concentration of fundamentals that lead to excellence.
Are you willing to make sacrifices?
Are you willing to train or are you wasting your time in athletics? Superior conditioning does not just happen nor is acquired quickly. It is a result of a well planned and executed program of exercise, rest and diet. Training is exacting and the responsibility is heavy. The best way to remain in great shape is never to get out of it. “A second-rate person can never make a first-class ball player.” It is going to be up to you to see that your maximum physical condition is achieved and maintained. Anything less is a violation of trust.
Can you play through adversity?
Do you have the ability to bounce back? Never let bad plays or calls ruin your game? No matter how many times you get knock down, the only time that matters is the time you do not get back up. Learning to play through adversity and not worrying about things you cannot control, is one of the most important benefits that you can learn from this great game.
Do you have self control?
As an athlete you must realize that you are in the public spotlight at all times. Your conduct, what you say and do, makes news. This imposes a great need for self-control. It is a cinch to find someone to lead you down the wrong path in life. It takes determination to resist the temptations that exist. Just as one works for years to become a top athlete, one should work to develop an image of a person, a pattern of conduct, and standards by which one is known and respected. Do not risk destroying a whole career because of an off the court mistake.
Do you prepare to meet the best?
Do you take your own initiative and responsibility when it comes to improving your basketball skills? To be successful, you do not need to depend on coaches, parents or personal trainers. In fact, individual improvement is an entirely individual effort. You must be self-motivated and rely entirely upon yourself. Basketball is like a savings account at a bank. What you put into it, is exactly what you will get out of it. You must prepare for the best and work individually on the things you need to improve, not just your strengths. Individual improvement is not all fun and games. Much of off-season skill development is repetitive, monotonous and tedious, and bad habits can be practiced as well as good.
“Basketball records are a matter of great personal pride, however, you record as a person is the most important record of all”
Basketball was conceived in 1891 by Dr. James Naismith, a physical education instructor at the YMCA College in Springfield, Massachusetts, as a way to condition outdoor athletes during the winter months. His original 13 rules have undergone a century of transformation that has resulted into today’s high pace game.
Basketball Basics is intended to inspire and motivate you to improve your understanding, knowledge, and enjoyment of the game. Beginners and experts, alike, will find information that is both informative and interesting as it guides you through some of the basics of basketball including court lines and areas, player positions, basic types of offenses and defenses along with fouls and violations rules.
Despite the size, superior conditioning, and talent of today’s
basketball players, who succeeds and who fails is determined
by fundamental skills and desire.
Court Lines & Markings
Semantics and terminology play a big part of the game. To eliminate confusion, coaches, players and spectators alike
must all communicate using the same basic basketball terminology. Here are the court lines & markings found on a
typical basketball court:
Sidelines
The sidelines are the two boundaries lines running the length of the court. Their location is determined by the width of the court, which is normally 50 feet wide. Along with Baseline and End line they establish the size of the playing area.
Baseline/Endline
The Baseline/Endline runs from sideline to sideline behind the backboard at the Ends of the court. They are located four feet behind the basket, and normally have width of 50 feet. Baseline and Endline are interchangeable terms depending upon which team has ball position. Baseline is used for the offensive end of the court. Endline is used for the back court or defensive end of the court.
Mid Court Line
The mid court line divides the court in half. Offensively, once the ball crosses the Mid Court Line, it becomes a boundary line reducing the offensive playing area to just half of the court. Also, on most levels, the offensive team only has 8 to 10 seconds to advance the ball across the mid court line.
Three Point Line
Field Goals made from outside this Three Point Line or arc count as three points. The distance of the three-point line from the basket varies according to the different levels of play.
Free Throw Line
This line is used as a boundary line when shooting free throws. It is fifteen feet away from the backboard. On a free throw attempt, the shooter cannot step on or across this line until the ball strikes the rim. The free throw line is also used in defining the three second area.
Free Throw Circle
The free throw circles have a diameter of 12 feet. They come into play on free throws and jump balls. During a free throw attempt, the shooter must remain inside the free throw circle. On jump balls, non-jumpers must remain outside the circle until the ball is tapped by one of the jumpers.
Lane Line
Lane lines are boundaries running from the free throw line to the baseline. The width and shape of the lane lines vary on different levels of the game. The lane lines also contain lane spaces markings used to align and separate the non-shooters. The first lane space, on both sides of the basket, are occupied by the opposing team from the free throw shooter. Non shooters cannot step into the three second area until the ball leaves the free throw shooter’s hand.
Lane Line
Lane lines are boundaries running from the free throw line to the baseline. The width and shape of the lane lines vary on different levels of the game. The lane lines also contain lane spaces markings used to align and separate the non-shooters. The first lane space, on both sides of the basket, are occupied by the opposing team from the free throw shooter. Non shooters cannot step into the three second area until the ball leaves the free throw shooter’s hand.
Center Circle
The Center Circle is a 12 foot diameter circle located in the center of the court. It is used to start the game and other jump ball situations. On jump balls, non-jumpers must remain outside the circle until the ball is tapped by one of the jumpers.
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