Basketball: Court Rules, Regulations and Officials Primary 4 Second Term Week 8 Physical and Health Education (PHE)

PHYSICAL AND HEALTH EDUCATION PRIMARY 4

SECOND TERM E NOTES

SUBJECT: PHYSICAL AND HEALTH EDUCATION

CLASS: BASIC FOUR

WEEK 

TOPIC : 

Games: (Basketball Court) Rules, Regulations and Officials Primary 4 Second Term Week 8 Physical and Health Education (PHE)

Previous Lesson 

MID TERM TEST SECOND TERM PRIMARY 4 PHYSICAL AND HEALTH EDUCATION

 

 

Learning Objectives

By the end of the lesson, pupils should
be able to:

• Mention the rules governing the game of basketball
• List officials in basket game

 

 

Learning Activities

• Pupils as individuals explains at least each rule

 

Embedded Core Skills

• Collaboration and Communication
• Leadership and Personal Development
• Critical thinking and Problem solving

 

 

Learning Resources

• Charts
• Basketball 🏀
• Whistle
• Stop Watch ⌚
• Board Marker
• Playground

 

Methods of Teaching 

TEACHING METHODS

Select suitable and appropriate teaching methods for your lessons.

Remember to incorporate activities that engage and captivate students, regardless of the teaching method chosen.

Primary 4 Second Term Week 6 Physical and Health Education

 

Reference Materials

REFERENCE MATERIALS

• Scheme of Work
• 9 Years Basic Education
• Curriculum
• Course Book
• All Relevant Material
• Online Information

 

 

 

Content

What is a basketball court

A basketball court is a special area where people play the game of basketball. It is usually a rectangular shape and has specific markings and measurements. A basketball court is divided into two halves by a center line, and each half has a basketball hoop at either end.

The court is surrounded by a boundary line, which marks the edges of the playing area. The boundary line is usually painted in a different color than the rest of the court. There are also lines on the court that mark other important areas, such as the free-throw line and the three-point line.

The free-throw line is where players stand when they are shooting free throws. Free throws are awarded when a player is fouled by an opponent. The three-point line is where players shoot from when they want to score a three-point basket. A three-point basket is worth more points than a regular basket.

Players move the basketball around the court by dribbling or passing it to each other. Dribbling is when a player bounces the ball off the ground while running or walking. Passing is when a player throws the ball to another player on their team.

A game of basketball is played between two teams of five players each. The objective of the game is to score more points than the other team by shooting the ball into the opposing team’s hoop. The team with the most points at the end of the game wins.

Basketball court is a special area where people play the game of basketball. It has specific markings and measurements, including a center line, a boundary line, and lines for the free-throw and three-point areas. Players move the ball around the court by dribbling and passing, and the objective of the game is to score more points than the other team by shooting the ball into the opposing team’s hoop.

 

Evaluation

1. What is a basketball court? A. A rectangular area where people play basketball B. A circular area where people play basketball C. A square area where people play basketball D. A triangular area where people play basketball
2. How is a basketball court divided? A. Into four quarters B. Into two halves C. Into three sections D. Into five sections
3. What is the purpose of the center line on a basketball court? A. To divide the court in half B. To mark the free-throw line C. To mark the three-point line D. To mark the center of the court
4. What is the purpose of the boundary line on a basketball court? A. To mark the edges of the playing area B. To mark the center of the court C. To mark the free-throw line D. To mark the three-point line
5. What is the free-throw line? A. The line that divides the court in half B. The line that marks the edge of the playing area C. The line where players shoot free throws D. The line where players shoot three-point baskets
6. What is a three-point basket? A. A basket that is worth one point B. A basket that is worth two points C. A basket that is worth three points D. A basket that is worth four points
7. What is dribbling? A. When a player throws the ball to another player on their team B. When a player shoots the ball into the hoop C. When a player bounces the ball off the ground while running or walking D. When a player catches the ball in mid-air
8. What is passing? A. When a player bounces the ball off the ground while running or walking B. When a player shoots the ball into the hoop C. When a player throws the ball to another player on their team D. When a player catches the ball in mid-air
9. How many players are on a basketball team? A. Four B. Five C. Six D. Seven
10. What is the objective of the game of basketball? A. To dribble the ball as many times as possible B. To pass the ball to every player on the team C. To score more points than the other team D. To play the game for as long as possible

Answers:

1. A
2. B
3. D
4. A
5. C
6. C
7. C
8. C
9. B
10. C

 

 

 

Rules and Regulations of Basketball games

Basketball is a game that is played according to certain rules and regulations. These rules are designed to ensure that the game is played fairly and safely. Here are some examples of the rules and regulations of basketball:

1. The game is played with two teams of five players each.
2. The game starts with a tip-off, where the ball is thrown into the air between two players from each team.
3. Players cannot hold the ball for more than five seconds without dribbling it or passing it to another player.
4. Players cannot move the ball by carrying it, kicking it, or hitting it with their fist.
5. Players cannot touch the ball while it is on or over the rim of the basket.
6. Fouls are called when a player makes contact with an opponent while they are shooting or dribbling the ball.
7. Free throws are awarded to a player who has been fouled while shooting.
8. A player who receives two technical fouls is ejected from the game.
9. Players who commit five personal fouls are removed from the game.
10. The team with the most points at the end of the game wins.

Basketball games have rules and regulations to ensure that the game is played fairly and safely. These rules cover aspects such as the number of players, how the game is started, how the ball can be moved, and what constitutes a foul. The team with the most points at the end of the game wins

 

Evaluation

1. How many players are on a basketball team? A. Four B. Five C. Six D. Seven
2. What is a tip-off in basketball? A. When a player shoots the ball into the hoop B. When the ball is thrown into the air between two players from each team C. When a player dribbles the ball up the court D. When a player passes the ball to another player on their team
3. How long can a player hold the ball without dribbling or passing it? A. 3 seconds B. 5 seconds C. 10 seconds D. 15 seconds
4. Can players carry or kick the ball in basketball? A. Yes B. No
5. What happens if a player touches the ball while it is on or over the rim of the basket? A. A foul is called B. The player is ejected from the game C. The other team is awarded the ball D. The game is stopped and a jump ball is called
6. What is a foul in basketball? A. When a player makes contact with an opponent while they are shooting or dribbling the ball B. When a player misses a shot C. When a player does not pass the ball D. When a player celebrates too much after scoring a basket
7. What are free throws? A. Shots taken from behind the three-point line B. Shots taken after a player has been fouled while shooting C. Shots taken after a player scores a basket D. Shots taken during a jump ball
8. How many technical fouls can a player receive before being ejected from the game? A. One B. Two C. Three D. Four
9. How many personal fouls can a player commit before being removed from the game? A. One B. Two C. Three D. Five
10. What is the objective of the game of basketball? A. To dribble the ball as many times as possible B. To pass the ball to every player on the team C. To score more points than the other team D. To play the game for as long as possible

Answers:

1. B
2. B
3. B
4. No
5. A
6. A
7. B
8. B
9. D
10. C

 

 

 

 

Officials in The Game of Basketball

Basketball officials play an important role in ensuring that games are played fairly and safely. Here are five key officials involved in a typical basketball game:

1. Referee – The referee is the head official of the game. They have the final say in all decisions and are responsible for enforcing the rules of the game. They also control the pace of the game by blowing their whistle to signal fouls, timeouts, and the start and end of quarters.
2. Umpire – The umpire is responsible for making calls related to the ball and the basket. They watch for traveling violations, ball handling violations, and goaltending. They also make calls on whether a shot has gone in or not.
3. Scorekeeper – The scorekeeper is responsible for keeping track of the score, fouls, and timeouts. They also keep track of which players are on the court at any given time and report any discrepancies to the referees.
4. Timekeeper – The timekeeper is responsible for keeping track of the game clock and the shot clock. They start and stop the game clock as directed by the referees and reset the shot clock after each possession.
5. Assistant referees – Assistant referees, also known as sideline officials, help the referee by making calls related to out-of-bounds, illegal screens, and other violations. They also help the scorekeeper by reporting which team committed a foul or which player committed a violation.

In summary, basketball officials are an essential part of the game. They ensure that games are played fairly and safely by enforcing the rules and keeping track of the score, time, and player substitutions. The referee, umpire, scorekeeper, timekeeper, and assistant referees all have important roles to play in making sure that the game runs smoothly

 

 

 

Evaluation

1. What is the role of the referee in a basketball game? A. To make calls related to the ball and the basket B. To keep track of the score, fouls, and timeouts C. To enforce the rules of the game and control the pace of play D. To keep track of the game clock and the shot clock
2. What is the role of the umpire in a basketball game? A. To make calls related to the ball and the basket B. To keep track of the score, fouls, and timeouts C. To enforce the rules of the game and control the pace of play D. To keep track of the game clock and the shot clock
3. What is the role of the scorekeeper in a basketball game? A. To make calls related to the ball and the basket B. To keep track of the score, fouls, and timeouts C. To enforce the rules of the game and control the pace of play D. To keep track of the game clock and the shot clock
4. What is the role of the timekeeper in a basketball game? A. To make calls related to the ball and the basket B. To keep track of the score, fouls, and timeouts C. To enforce the rules of the game and control the pace of play D. To keep track of the game clock and the shot clock
5. What is the role of the assistant referees in a basketball game? A. To make calls related to the ball and the basket B. To keep track of the score, fouls, and timeouts C. To enforce the rules of the game and control the pace of play D. To assist the referee with making calls related to out-of-bounds, illegal screens, and other violations
6. Who has the final say in all decisions made during a basketball game? A. The scorekeeper B. The timekeeper C. The umpire D. The referee
7. Who is responsible for making calls related to traveling violations, ball handling violations, and goaltending? A. The referee B. The umpire C. The scorekeeper D. The timekeeper
8. Who is responsible for reporting any discrepancies in the number of players on the court to the referees? A. The scorekeeper B. The timekeeper C. The umpire D. The assistant referees
9. Who is responsible for starting and stopping the game clock and the shot clock? A. The referee B. The umpire C. The scorekeeper D. The timekeeper
10. Which basketball official is responsible for controlling the pace of play by blowing their whistle to signal fouls, timeouts, and the start and end of quarters? A. The scorekeeper B. The timekeeper C. The umpire D. The referee

Answers:

1. C
2. A
3. B
4. D
5. D
6. D
7. B
8. D
9. D
10. D

 

 

 

 

Lesson Presentation

Title: Basketball Court: Rules, Regulations, and Officials

Grade Level: Primary 4

Subject: Physical and Health Education (PHE)

Week: 8

Objectives:

• Students will be able to identify the different officials involved in a basketball game.
• Students will be able to explain the rules and regulations of basketball.
• Students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of how the game is played.

Materials:

• Basketball court diagram
• Basketball
• Whistle
• Scoreboard
• Worksheets with questions related to the lesson

Introduction (10 minutes): The teacher will introduce the topic by showing the students a basketball court diagram and explaining the basic layout of the court. The teacher will then ask the students if they have ever played basketball before, and if so, what they know about the rules of the game.

Body (35 minutes):

1. Rules and Regulations – The teacher will explain the rules and regulations of basketball, using examples and demonstrations where appropriate. This will include topics such as the number of players on a team, how the game is started, how the ball can be moved, and what constitutes a foul.
2. Basketball Officials – The teacher will introduce the different officials involved in a basketball game, such as the referee, umpire, scorekeeper, timekeeper, and assistant referees. The teacher will explain the role of each official and how they contribute to the fair and safe play of the game.
3. Game Play – The teacher will demonstrate how the game is played by dividing the class into two teams and playing a simplified version of basketball. The teacher will explain the basic strategies and tactics involved in the game, such as passing, shooting, and defense.

Conclusion (15 minutes): The teacher will review the key points of the lesson and ask the students to answer questions related to the material covered. The teacher will also distribute worksheets with questions related to the lesson for the students to complete as homework.

Assessment: The teacher will assess the students’ understanding of the material covered through class participation, observation of game play, and completion of the worksheets. The teacher will also provide feedback and reinforcement to ensure that the students have a clear understanding of the rules, regulations, and officials involved in a basketball game

Weekly Assessment /Test :

1. The game of basketball is played with ___ players on each team.
2. The game starts with a ___.
3. Players cannot hold the ball for more than ___ seconds without dribbling or passing it.
4. Players cannot move the ball by carrying it, kicking it, or hitting it with their ___.
5. A player who receives two ___ fouls is ejected from the game.
6. The ___ is responsible for making calls related to the ball and the basket.
7. The ___ is responsible for keeping track of the score, fouls, and timeouts.
8. The ___ is responsible for keeping track of the game clock and the shot clock.
9. The ___ are responsible for making calls related to out-of-bounds, illegal screens, and other violations.
10. The team with the most points at the end of the game ___.

Answers:

1. Five
2. Tip-off
3. Five
4. Fist
5. Technical
6. Umpire
7. Scorekeeper
8. Timekeeper
9. Assistant referees
10. Wins

 

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