Deagan Bell
In the winter of 1891 to 1892 inside a gym at Springfield College that is located in Springfield, Massachusetts. James Naismith wanted to create a new indoor game that would be easy to learn and easy to play during the winter. This new game spread out around quickly and it was an instant success. A few weeks later students introduced the game at their own YMCAs. This new sport that received attention quickly is the game of basketball that was shown all over the world in a short period of time. Schools began to introduce the new game into their systems and by 1905 basketball was officially a permanent winter sport.
The National League was founded in 1937 and the Basketball Association of America was then invented in 1946 with only eleven teams and through team expansions there currently consists of thirty teams. The NBA was formed in the United States in 1949 by the National Basketball League and the Basketball Association of America. The NBA we know now success came from marketing and promotions. Campaigns highlighted basketball’s core values to the public to gain people at home to want to watch or join the NBA or to buy merchandise like basketballs from the organization. Thus gaining people’s heartstrings making basketball a loved sport by multiple peoples.
Basketball is enjoyed by many people because of how simple it is to gain new friends especially since you will be seeing them regularly. This sport teaches you about being a team player and using problem solving skills. Self-discipline is gained through this because you must practice your agility, shooting, passing, dribbling and working with others to win. Making this a great learning opportunity to learn daily skills that will help you with daily problems.
Playing basketball in schools or just for fun with friends or alone can teach you to become a better player in life and in sports. If you are struggling with becoming a team player or making friends I recommend you join a basketball team or buy a basketball and go to a park and practice shooting and dribbling. Being in this sport is a workout, so this can be used as a daily exercise as well. Basketball is useful not just as a sport but as a way to teach you everyday skills easily. Make basketball an important part of your life.
