8 Questions
Who introduced basketball to combat boredom among young male students?
Springfield College
What games were combined to create basketball?
Rugby passing, lacrosse, soccer, and duck on the rock
Who established the Basketball Association of America in 1946?
Walter Brown
When did Dr. Naismith retire from coaching and instructing basketball?
1907
When was the first college team with a basketball team established?
1898
What term did Dr. Naismith reject for the game he created?
Naismith ball
When did James Naismith retire from coaching and instructing basketball?
1907
Who established the NCAA?
Not mentioned
Test your knowledge of the origins and history of basketball with this engaging quiz. Explore the creation of the game by Dr. James Naismith and its evolution over the years. Learn fascinating facts about the development of basketball from its early days at Springfield College to its rise in popularity worldwide.
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