Basketball History

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Who invented the game of Basketball?

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Dr James Naismith

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When was the game of basketball invented?

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1891

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When basketball first started how many players from each team were on the court?

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9

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_{How many points is a Free Throw worth?}

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1

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What were the first baskets made from?

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Peach basket

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What type of ball was used in the invention of basketball?

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soccer ball

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Which town was basketball invented in?

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Springfield Massachusetts

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Why did the inventor of basketball invent the game?

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For a way to condition athletes during cold weather.

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When was the first official public basketball game?

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March 11 1892

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Who won the very first championship of basketball?

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Trenton Nationals