Physical Education- Basketball
What is basketball?
Basketball is a team sport in which two teams, most commonly of five players each, opposing one another on a rectangular court, compete with the primary objective of shooting a basketball through the defender's hoop while preventing the opposing team from shooting through their own hoop.
When was basketball invented, and by who?
Dr. James Naismith invented basketball in December 1891.
When was FIBA established?
FIBA was established in June 18, 1932.
What is the governing body of basketball?
FIBA. The International Basketball Federation, more commonly known as FIBA from its French name Fédération internationale de basket-ball, is an association of national organizations which governs the sport of basketball worldwide.
When and where was the first basketball game played?
On this day in 1891, the first game of basketball was played at what is now Springfield College.
Who is the president of FIBA?
The president of FIBA is Horacio Muratore.
