History of Basketball

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  • Dr. James Naismith Creates Basketball

    In 1891 (I don't have a specific date) Dr. James Naismith needed to create a game that can be played indoors in a relatively small space. What Naismith did was use two peach baskets and a soccer ball, this was the beginning of Basketball. "History of Basketball." Kansas History Web Sites. N.p., n.d. Web. 19 June 2016.
    http://www.kansasheritage.org/people/naismith.html.

  • The First Player to Score in Basketball

    In 1891, William R. Chase becomes the first player to score in Basketball. This is significant as it shows the now upcoming sport. Faurshou, Bran. "The History of Basketball." NBA Hoops Online. N.p., n.d. Web.
    19 June 2016. http://nbahoopsonline.com/Articles/History1.html.

  • First Known Professional Basketball Game

    On November 7, 1896, the first professional basketball game is held in New Jersey. Marks a milestone in the sport becoming more sensationalized. Faurshou, Bran. "The History of Basketball." NBA Hoops Online. N.p., n.d. Web.
    19 June 2016. http://nbahoopsonline.com/Articles/History1.html.

  • The First Team to Win a Professional Basketball Game

    In the first professional basketball game, Trenton won. This both marks the history of Trenton and further marks the new success of basketball. Faurshou, Bran. "The History of Basketball." NBA Hoops Online. N.p., n.d. Web.
    19 June 2016. http://nbahoopsonline.com/Articles/History1.html.

  • Basketball Leagues Form

    In 1898 (Don't know the specific date), basketball leagues such as the NBA, the Philadelphia Basketball League, the Eastern League and many more begin to form. This brought more opportunities for more professional game play. Faurshou, Bran. "The History of Basketball." NBA Hoops Online. N.p., n.d. Web.
    19 June 2016. http://nbahoopsonline.com/Articles/History1.html.

  • Colleges Begin Sponsoring Basketball

    In 1901 (I don't have a specific date), Colleges begin sponsoring basketball. This leads into Colleges playing professionally, adding more attention to the sport. Faurshou, Bran. "The History of Basketball." NBA Hoops Online. N.p., n.d. Web.
    19 June 2016. http://nbahoopsonline.com/Articles/History1.html.

  • First Professional African American Basketball Player

    In 1902 (Don't know the specific date), Bucky Lew becomes the first professional African American basketball player. This is a milestone to equality. Faurshou, Bran. "The History of Basketball." NBA Hoops Online. N.p., n.d. Web.
    19 June 2016. http://nbahoopsonline.com/Articles/History1.html.

  • The Intercollegiate Athletic Association Forms

    In 1910 (Don't have a specific date), the Intercollegiate Athletic Association is formed to unify colleges on basketball. This was to prevent regulations to be put onto the game basketball in the colleges, or even ban the game altogether. Faurshou, Bran. "The History of Basketball." NBA Hoops Online. N.p., n.d. Web.
    19 June 2016. http://nbahoopsonline.com/Articles/History1.html.

  • Basketball Is A Second Tier Sport

    During the 1920's Basketball was considered a second tier sport (meaning this sport wasn't prioritized over first tier sports such as football or hockey). This caused a dip in popularity for basketball, almost causing the sport to die out. Faurshou, Bran. "The History of Basketball." NBA Hoops Online. N.p., n.d. Web.
    19 June 2016. http://nbahoopsonline.com/Articles/History1.html.

  • Basketball and the Olympics

    Basketball makes it's first appearance in the Olympics in 1936 (I don't have a specific date). This is a change as now the Olympics allows basketball. "History of Basketball." Kansas History Web Sites. N.p., n.d. Web. 19 June 2016.
    http://www.kansasheritage.org/people/naismith.html.