To designate the lower defensive box rule 435, two tick marks shall be placed on each side of the lane. His original rules and description of the game are published in january 1892 and. It must be understood that this is done for practical reasons only. James naismith, instructor at ymca training school in springfield, massachusetts, in december 1891. Most people are visual learners, so don t limit yourself to just words on paper. History of womens basketball in america 1891present.
Ebooks are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased on. Two teams of five players each try to score by shooting a ball through a hoop elevated 10 feet above the ground. Nba rules history changesclarifications implemented prior to season, except where noted note. These are the rules published in january 1892 in the school newspaper where he instituted the game. Case book format a1 and b1 are players of team a and b respectively. Thanks to naismiths invention, basketball has grown into one of the worlds most. Ymca gymnasium in albany, new york, on january 20, 1892, with nine players. The objective is for your team of five put a basketball figure 1. That must have been a very proud moment for this inventor. Womens basketball has come a long way from its humble beginnings in 1892 it may be surprising to discover that women began playing basketball less than a year after the game was invented. Basketball rules see fiba internal regulations, book 2. James naismith and his rules of basketball 118 years later. For your convenience, nfhs offers rules and case books in multiple formats. Reprinted from the ncaa mens and womens basketball rules and.
Pdf a research article basketball basketball researchgate. Jan 02, 2018 201718 ncaa mens basketball 01022018 ncaa rules book, case book and cca manual corrections prepared by art hyland, mens secretaryrules editor 201718 ncaa mens basketball rule book corrections page rule correction 36 211. At the most basic level, the rules of basketball make it an easy game to learn and a simple game to play. James naismiths original rules of basket ball pg 1. Dont waste your team reading an official 196page book of basketball rules. Unless stated, all plays involved a twopoint field goal or try and not a threepoint goal or try. Womens basketball began the year after the game was invented. The book includes a good mix of simple and advanced plays that can be used by both youth and advanced coaches. His original rules and description of the game are published in january 1892 and read.
Basketball is a team sport where two teams, usually consisting of players on each team, play against each other on a rectangular court. The rules of basketball are the rules and regulations that govern the play, officiating, equipment. The original thirteen rules have stood the test of time pretty well. Apr 16, 2017 basketball is an original american game invented by dr. The game is played on a rectangular floor called the court, and there is a hoop at each end. Basketball in the 1890s by adrian gill by adrian gilll on prezi. Thirteen rules of basketball james naismith thoughtco. Basketball rules sportsmanship the primary goal of the rules is to maximize the safety and enjoyment of the studentathlete.
Most leagues or governing bodies in north america, the most important of which are the national basketball association and ncaa, formulate their own rules. Basketball rules all coaches and players must know easy to. This is an 85 page ebook with 32 of our favorite basketball plays. The panel in the shoulder area of the jersey on the back. Gardner, publisher theresia wynns, editor nfhs publications to maintain the sound traditions of this sport, encourage sportsmanship and minimize the inherent risk of injury, the national federation of state high school associations writes playing rules for varsity competition among. Free basketball coaching ebooks with 72 great drills, 32. The objective is to get the ball through a hoop mounted high on a backboard on the opponents side of the court, while preventing the opponent from shooting it. Wbb rules book 2014 and 2015 ncaa womens basketball. The game shall be played by two teams of three players each. Basketball wikibooks, open books for an open world. January drexel university faced temple university in the schools first organized games. If it is ordered with other books that are currently in stock, we will not ship the order until all items are available. Rules 344 uniforms identifying names shall adhere to the following.
Its easy to think that the game we enjoy today is the way its always been played. Basketball rules book, rulebyrule and sectionbysection its presentation provides clear, realistic gametype plays that allow the reader to better comprehend the application and adjudication of the official written rules the editors hope that the case book will assist officials, coaches, play. Pdf basketball is a sport, generally played by two teams of five players on. Basketball is a sport enjoyed by millions of people around the world. This is where the height of 10 feet for the basket was arrived at. Basketball was first played in the olympic games in 1936, in berlin, when the usa beat canada 198 for the gold medal. The ball may be batted in any direction with one or both hands.
Important rules changes by year 2 important rules changes by year the earliest rules book available for this research was from the 190506 season. The earliest rules book available for this research was from the. Naismith conceived the idea of attaching peach baskets at opposite ends of the gym on the track that encircled the playing floor. Uptodate rules for 2015, challenging rules clearly defined, quick reference. Throughout the official basketball rules interpretation, all references made to a player, head coach, official, etc. Children and adults of many nations are fascinated by the high speed action and hype that surrounds the sport. This book celebrates the hundredyear heritage of girls and womens basketball. Basketball rules all coaches and players must know easy to learn. Throughout the official basketball rules, all references made to a player, coach. The game was played outdoors, in the mud and rain, on a tennis court.
While many of the basic rules are uniform throughout the world, variations do exist. Basketball was originally two words and these original rules were published january 15, 1892 in the springfield college school newspaper, the triangle. The 25 most misunderstood rules in high school basketball. Naismith was a 31year old graduate student when he created the indoor sport to keep athletes indoors during the winters. It started in america, but has spread to other countries around the world who have shown us that everyone can compete. See how ncaa and high school basketball rules have changed over the years from the original rules into the fastpaced game we know today. National federation of state high school associations. The tournament committee makes all final decisions concerning all grievances. Naismiths original 1892 manuscript of the rules of basketball, one of the most. The play numbers identify the primary rule, section, article of the rules book. Basketball is an original american game invented by dr. Basketball is one of the most popular and widely viewed sports in the world. January 15 james naismiths rules for basketball are published for the first time in the springfield ymca international training schools newspaper, in an article titled a new game. James naismith the ball may be thrown in any direction with one or both hands.
A player who is not a dribbler in control can keep tap a ball inbounds, go out of bounds. The history of womens basketball success is a long one. While trying to score on this hoop you are also trying to defend your hoop on your side of the court figure 1. Boy, how theyve changed check out this basketball history timeline to see how the official basketball rules have changed over time. No shouldering, holding, pushing, striking or tripping in any way of an. If used, lettering with school name, schools nickname, school logo, players name and or abbreviation of the official school name shall be placed horizontally on the jersey.
This list is not comprehensive, especially pre1993, but contains as many rules changes and clarifications as could be compiled from past releases, rulebooks and other sources. Sportsmanship should be a core value in behavior of players and bench personnel, in crowd control by game management and in the officials proper enforcement of the rules governing. Basketball history basketball was invented during the school year of 189192 at springfield college in springfield, massachusetts. To see how much the rules of basketball have changed since it was first invented back in january 1892, here are the original rules of basketball created by dr. Interpretations, clarifications and comments approved ruling 202 feb. High school basketball attracted national attention 12 years later in 1917. When i was the director of the southern california basketball academy, i would take a few minutes during each session to speak to my students about different aspects of. Some of the rules listed in 190506 could have actually been instituted before that season. The player must throw it from the spot on which he catches it.
James naismith in december 1891 in springfield, massachusetts. Rule interpretation, commentary and play situations. Play numbers are designated with a decimal whereas a rule reference is shown with a dash. Basketball simple english wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. January 20 the first official basketball game is played in the ymca gymnasium in springfield, massachusetts.
Throughout the official basketball rules, all references made to a player, coach, official, etc. The history of basketball began with its invention in 1891 in springfield, massachusetts by canadian physical education instructor james naismith as a less injuryprone sport than football. Naismith devised a set of thirteen rules for this new game of basketball. Featured usa basketball videos usa basketball youth podcast episode 3 coaching actions for player growth. These original rules were published in january 1892 in the springfield college school. Basketball, game played between two teams of five players each on a. Are you familiar with james naismiths original basketball basic rules published back in 1892. Pro shooting secrets you will discover many scenes and quotes from the motion picture industry that will correlate training and shooting which will further enhance my points. The court is divided into two main sections by the midcourt line. Naismith died in 1939, but will always be remembered. The game became established fairly quickly and grew very popular as the 20th century. Click here for information on how to display your epub download on ipad, kindle, nook, iphone, android and blackberry, plus your desktop browsers. Naismiths original rules were based on the principle that the points are to be attained by skill rather than force.
In 1959, his name was placed into the basketball hall of fame. Media in category 1892 in basketball the following 3 files are in this category, out of 3 total. Typewritten first draft of the rules of basketball by naismith on january 15, 1892, james naismith published his rules for the game of basket ball that he invented. However, like any sport, once played at an elite level, many additional rules intervene in order to address the many situations that may arise during a competitive game. The rules of basketball are the rules and regulations that govern the play, officiating, equipment and procedures of basketball. More than just a rulebook, common basketball rules. The objective is to get the ball through a hoop mounted high on a backboard on the opponents side of the court, while preventing the opponent from shooting it into your teams hoop. How prezi does project status updates with a distributed workplace.
The size of the restricted area arc has been increased to four feet from three feet effective in the 201516 season for. This is a basketball book that makes knowing basketball rules and violations an easy to teach and easy to learn experience. James naismiths original rules of basketball usa basketball. It includes mantoman plays, zone plays, out of bounds plays, and end of game plays. The play numbers identify the primary rule, section, article of the rules book which supports the interpretation. James naismith first published the rules to a new game he called basket ball. This document supersedes all previously published fiba official interpretations. See how ncaa and high school basketball rules have changed over the years from the original rules into the fastpaced game we know today its easy to think that the game we enjoy today is the way its always been played.