This easy-to-read guide, filled with illustrations and action photographs, contains everything for the fan and non-fan alike to understand and enjoy the sport of basketball. Each section stands alone, so it can be used as a handy reference guide, and it is so lightweight it can easily be taken to games. The book includes:- The Rules of Basketball Simplified - What to Look For During Play - Statistics Explained - The NBA Draft - The Road to the NCAA Final Four - College Rule Differences - Stars and Great Teams -- Past and Present - A Complete Glossary The popularity of basketball has exploded over the last decade or so. Attendance has doubled and annual merchandise sales are now approaching $3 Billion! Yet many people still do not grasp the basics of the sport. This handy spectator guide will help you better understand the game so you can discover why basketball is America's fastest growing team sport.

The AVCSS Youth Basketball Cheat Sheets Combo is a valuable "Interactive" reference tool for youth basketball coaches. First, you get the “Basketball Cheat Sheet” which includes a full court diagram and basic information on the different court areas, general information on ball handling, triple threat, passing, best places to trap on the court, man to man defense, zone offense tips, shooting and passing, and many other aspects of the game all on one "quick reference" file. Next our “Referee Cheat Sheet” is a valuable reference tool for coaches. This informative Cheat Sheet includes pictures of the most common referee signals, some myths, a few video clips, and general information on the subject of basketball officials. Finally, our “3 on 2 – 2 on 1 Cheat Sheet” which demonstrates how to properly execute the most popular, most effective drill used by youth basketball coaches today. This informative Cheat Sheet includes simplified drawings, instructions, and a Video Clip of the drill all on one "quick reference" file. “Read” the information on the Cheat Sheets – then “View” the demonstrations on the Video Clips using the links. You get all three of our popular “Cheat Sheets” in this one eBook. These are excellent "Interactive" reference tools and resources for youth basketball coaches.

An illustrated basic guide to the rules of the game of basketball.

The easy way to get the ins, outs, and intrigue on this beloved sport The National Basketball Association (NBA), with 30 teams and an average attendance of more than 17,000 spectators per game, is the richest and most popular basketball league — and arguably the most viewed American sport — in the world. This new edition of Basketball For Dummies not only covers the rules and regulations of the NBA, but offers coverage on the WNBA, NCAA, and international basketball leagues. Basketball For Dummies is a valuable resource to the many fans of this beloved sport, covering everything from players and personalities in the game to rules, regulations, and equipment. Completely updated with information and intrigue that's occurred in the sport since publication of the previous edition, Basketball For Dummies gets you up to speed on everything from NCAA Tournament brackets to college players en route to the NBA. Coverage of the rules and regulations of the NBA Interesting topics like LeBron the Phenom, ESPN'S influence on the NBA, and the UCONN women's basketball dynasty Digger's take on John Wooden Whether you're a basketball player or a courtside spectator, Basketball For Dummies is a slam-dunk of information and intrigue for anyone who loves the sport.

Basketball fans, players, and coaches all use the Official Rules of Basketball as an important reference to better play -- and enjoy -- the game. With easy-to-follow diagrams and text, this 2000 edition covers rules and regulations in detail, including: -- Court and equipment -- Officials -- Scoring and timing -- Live ball and dead ball -- Violations and penalties -- Definitions -- Diagrams and illustrations -- Complete index

This easy-to-read guide, filled with illustrations and action photographs, contains everything for the fan and non-fan alike to understand and enjoy the sport of basketball. Each section stands alone, so it can be used as a handy reference guide, and it is so lightweight it can easily be taken to games. The book includes:- The Rules of Basketball Simplified - What to Look For During Play - Statistics Explained - The NBA Draft - The Road to the NCAA Final Four - College Rule Differences - Stars and Great Teams -- Past and Present - A Complete Glossary The popularity of basketball has exploded over the last decade or so. Attendance has doubled and annual merchandise sales are now approaching $3 Billion! Yet many people still do not grasp the basics of the sport. This handy spectator guide will help you better understand the game so you can discover why basketball is America's fastest growing team sport.