Basket Champs

Objective:
Score more points than your opponent by successfully shooting the ball into the opposing team's hoop.

Setup:
1. Divide players into two equal teams.
2. Each team should have a designated hoop or goal area.
3. Ensure the play area is clear and safe for running and physical activity.

Gameplay:
1. Start the game with a jump ball at the center of the play area.
2. Players pass, dribble, and shoot the ball to move it towards their opponent's hoop.
3. Points are scored by successfully shooting the ball into the opponent's hoop.
4. Defensive players attempt to block shots, steal the ball, and prevent the opposing team from scoring.
5. The game consists of two halves, each lasting a predetermined amount of time (e.g., 15 minutes).

Rules:
1. Players must dribble the ball while moving.
2. Physical contact such as pushing, tripping, or holding is not allowed.
3. If the ball goes out of bounds, the opposing team gains possession.
4. Fouls result in free throws or possession changes depending on severity.
5. Substitutions can be made during stoppages in play.

Winning:
The team with the most points at the end of the game wins. If the score is tied, an overtime period may be played to determine the winner.

FAQs:

Q: How many players are on each team?
A: Typically, each team consists of five players on the court at a time, but this can vary depending on the number of participants and the size of the play area.

Q: What happens if a player commits a foul?
A: The opposing team may be awarded free throws or possession of the ball, depending on the nature and severity of the foul.

Q: How long is each half of the game?
A: Each half is usually 15 minutes long, but this can be adjusted based on the agreed-upon rules before the game starts.

Q: Can players substitute at any time?
A: Substitutions are allowed during stoppages in play, such as timeouts, fouls, or when the ball goes out of bounds.

Q: What happens if the game ends in a tie?
A: An overtime period is typically played to determine the winner. The length of the overtime period can be decided before the game begins.

Q: How is the ball put back into play after it goes out of bounds?
A: The opposing team of the player who last touched the ball before it went out of bounds will inbound the ball from the nearest sideline or baseline.