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James Naismith

Basketball

  • When you are playing basketball with your friends you will be sure to think of James Naismith!

  • Under orders from the head of Physical Education at the school where he worked, Naismith had 14 days to create an indoor game that would provide an "athletic distraction" for a rowdy class through the winter.

  • Naismith's invention did not come easily. His first intention was to bring outdoor games indoors, like soccer and lacrosse, but they were just too physical. Naismith recalled a childhood game that required players to use skill and accuracy to become successful.

  • After brainstorming this new idea, Naismith developed basketball's original 13 rules and consequently, the game of basketball.

 

 
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