Tag: Basketball

Did you know ?

* Basketball was invented in the United States in 1891.
* A regulation basketball court measures 94 ft. and 50 ft. wide.
* High school games are divided into 16 minute halves.
* A men's basketball weighs 20 to 22 ounces.
* James Naismith invented basketball in 1891. He first decided to use a soccer ball because it was large enough to catch easily. more...

So your child has shown an interest in soccer -- just like almost 4 million other children who participate in their local youth soccer leagues.

Youth soccer has made steady gains in popularity, but especially so on the girls side, thanks to both Title IX and the World Cup won by the 1999 U.S. Women's team.

When your little one says he wants to be the next LeBron James, do you think, "Who's that?" LeBron is a small forward for the Cleveland Cavaliers and the biggest name in basketball since Michael Jordan. But now you have to know what to do about your child's interest.

The good news is that basketball is widely accessible. All you need to get started is a good pair of high-top basketball shoes, a ball, and a local playground. Many schools include basketball as part of their physical education curriculum or have a team that your child can try out for. There are also recreational, club, church, or synagogue leagues.