Mastering Basketball Passes: Baseball Pass and More

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When is a bounce pass most often used?

When the passer is passing to a teammate guarded from behind, or in situations when the chest pass cannot be used.

What is the main purpose of an overhead pass?

To pass the ball into the high and low post area, or as an outlet pass directly off a rebound to begin a fast break, or during a throw-in.

Describe a baseball pass and its typical use.

A long distance pass thrown more than half of the court length, useful for starting a fast break.

What is a push pass and how is it executed?

A quick pass made with one hand to a short distance, originating near the ear and relying on a bent elbow for power. Signup and view all the answers

Explain when a chest pass is commonly used.

Chest passes are commonly used for quick and accurate short to medium-range passes between teammates. Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using an overhead pass over a chest pass in certain situations?

An overhead pass can be used to pass over defenders or cover longer distances effectively. Signup and view all the answers

What is the only legal means of moving with the ball in basketball?

Dribble Signup and view all the answers

In basketball, what is the term for a pass where the ball is thrown directly from the passer's chest to a teammate?

Chest pass Signup and view all the answers

What type of pass in basketball involves the ball being bounced on the floor towards a teammate?

Bounce pass Signup and view all the answers

In basketball, what type of pass is made with both hands above the head to pass the ball to a teammate?

Overhead pass Signup and view all the answers

Which type of pass in basketball is used when a player wants to quickly move the ball from one side of the court to the other?

Skip pass Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a pass in basketball where the ball is thrown with one hand over a defender's reach?

Rainbow pass Signup and view all the answers

What is the low control dribble used for?

Keeping the ball low to the floor and maintaining control. Signup and view all the answers

When is the high or speed dribble typically used?

When the player needs to go fast in the open court. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the cross-over dribble.

Dribbling with one hand, pushing the ball out in front, and quickly moving past the defender. Signup and view all the answers

When is the behind the back dribble used?

When the dribbler needs to change direction to get loose from opponents. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the between the legs dribble?

To quickly move the ball from one hand to another when closely guarded or changing direction. Signup and view all the answers

How is the reverse dribble executed?

By bouncing the ball from one hand to another and rotating quickly around the defender. Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common type of pass?

Chest pass. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Passes in Basketball

A bounce pass is most often used when a passer wants to get the ball to a teammate who is closely guarded or in a low position, as it is harder for the defender to intercept.
The main purpose of an overhead pass is to pass the ball over a defender or to a teammate who is far away.
A baseball pass is a type of overhead pass where the ball is thrown with one hand, typically used to pass the ball long distances or over defenders.
A push pass is a type of pass where the ball is pushed with the palms of the hands, allowing for more control and accuracy, often used in tight spaces.
A chest pass is commonly used when a passer wants to pass the ball to a teammate who is close by and needs a quick, accurate pass.

Advantages of Overhead Passes

An overhead pass is advantageous over a chest pass in certain situations because it allows the passer to pass the ball over taller defenders or to teammates who are farther away.

Dribbling in Basketball

The only legal means of moving with the ball in basketball is dribbling.
A dribble can be classified into different types, including low control dribble, high or speed dribble, cross-over dribble, behind the back dribble, between the legs dribble, and reverse dribble.
The low control dribble is used to maintain control of the ball in tight spaces or when closely guarded.
The high or speed dribble is typically used to quickly move the ball up the court or to beat a defender.
The cross-over dribble is a move where the ball is dribbled from one hand to the other, used to get past a defender or create space.
The behind the back dribble is used to dribble the ball while keeping it away from a defender, often used to create space or change direction.
The between the legs dribble is used to add speed or change direction while dribbling.
The reverse dribble is executed by dribbling the ball with one hand while turning the body in the opposite direction, used to create space or lose a defender.

Common Passes

The most common type of pass is the chest pass.

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Test your knowledge on different types of basketball passes including the bounce pass, overhead pass, and baseball pass. Learn about the situations when each type of pass is most commonly used.