
Basketball
Basketball is a game played by two teams of usually five players each on a rectangular court having a raised basket or goal at each end, points being scored by tossing the ball through the opponent's basket.
- See Also:
- Wheelchair Basketball
An Overview of Basketball
Basketball can be played by people of any age, size or ability and with thousands of outdoor courts across the country - where you can play for free - there's plenty of places to practice if you don't fancy competing with a team.
Benefits
- The mixture of running, jumping, pivoting and twisting helps improve balance and build endurance.
- Excellent way to boost coordination and balance through dribbling, passing and shooting the basketball
- Team game nature means it is an excellent way to develop communication skills and learn to work effectively with other people.
Costs
It is a cheap game to set-up, with only a hoop and basketball required for a match. Thousands of outdoor courts can be found across the country in parks and recreation areas where you can play for free.
Involvement
For people looking to receive coaching, play as part of a team and compete in a league, there are approximately 1,000 clubs in the UK which can be found in sport centres, schools, colleges, universities and gyms. Local clubs can be found by visiting the Basketball England website.
Adaptations and Equipment
- Only a hoop and basketball required for a match
- Be sure to wear comfortable shoes and clothing
Facts
- Men's basketball was introduced to the Olympics in 1936, with women given their own competition in 1976.
Find Basketball Clubs/Groups Near You
Use the search below to find local organisations near you.
National Governing Bodies

Basketball England
- Contact Name
- General Information
- Contact Email
- info@basketballengland.co.uk.
- Contact Telephone
- 0114 284 1060
Featherstone Rovers Foundation
Provider of services across the Wakefield District & further afield for projects that fit within our 5 areas of delivery: Education, Physical Activity, Social Inclusion, Health & Heritage
Disability Sport Yorkshire
From our base in Wakefield we work with a broad range of partners to provide community recreational and sporting activities for disabled people across Yorkshire, including events, training and access to a range of sporting opportunities.
In Play Sports Ltd
In-Play Sports Ltd provides professional sports filming and performance analysis services to athletes, teams and sporting organisations throughout the UK. We work closely with both our grassroots and professional clients to help them consistently reach th
Ossett Blues
Wednesday evening Basketball from age 10 to Adult.. .
aged 10-13 5-45 to 6-45. .
aged 13 to 15 6-45 to 7-45. .
aged 16 to Adult 7-45 to 9-15 .
All sessions in ossett school sports hall
Sheffield Wednesday Community Programme
Sheffield Wednesday Community Programme provides positive activities for young people, to keep fit, make friend and enjoy sport.
Accelerate Coaching
Doncaster's premier personal training & sports performance business where everyone can 'train like an athlete' when led by our team of professionals.
Courtside Hubs CIC
Courtside is a community interest company dedicated to increasing physical activity and promoting community through the transformation of local parks.
Basketball England: #ProjectSwish
#ProjectSwish is Basketball England’s mission to improve outdoor basketball courts across England.
Basketball England Development Grant
Basketball England are excited to support regional basketball activities to help grow the game and support its strategic objectives. Through a membership rebate scheme, Basketball England is supporting member associations, clubs and leagues with their basketball development plans.
Alison Nolan
Club & Volunteer Development Officer
01142 841 060
allison.nolan@basketballengland.co.uk
Alison Nolan
Basketball England Club and Volunteer Development Officer
07525 809457
Allison.Nolan@basketballengland.co.uk
Lynsey Edwards
Basketball Foundation Project Hub Manager
07713758916
lynsey@basketballfoundation.org.uk










