Basketball

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Across
  1. 3. A type of basketball shot where a player jumps and throws the ball into the hoop.
  2. 5. A shot that misses both the rim and the backboard.
  3. 6. The playing area where basketball is played.
  4. 7. The act of bouncing the ball while moving around the court.
  5. 9. When a player grabs the ball after a missed shot.
  6. 14. A forceful shot where a player pushes the ball through the hoop with both hands.
  7. 15. The player who typically plays near the basket and is responsible for scoring inside.
Down
  1. 1. A type of basketball shot where a player lays the ball directly into the hoop.
  2. 2. A circular goal through which players try to shoot the ball.
  3. 4. When a team loses possession of the ball to the opposing team.
  4. 8. When a player scores by putting back a missed shot into the hoop.
  5. 10. He action of diving underwater, often for exploration or recreation
  6. 11. Stop the opponent from scoring.
  7. 12. When an offensive player uses their body to shield a defender.
  8. 13. A rule violation in basketball that results in free throws for the opposing team.