University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge: Maths and Sports: The Speed of the Game
Team games like football, hockey, basketball, handball and wheelchair rugby are played on pitches or courts of different sizes with different numbers of players. The density of players on the pitch plays a significant role in determining...
Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia Britannica: Oscar Robertson
This entry from Encyclopedia Britannica features Oscar Robertson, an American basketball player who starred in both the collegiate and professional ranks and was considered one of the top players in the history of the game. As a player...
Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia Britannica: Sheryl Swoopes
This entry from Encyclopedia Britannica features Sheryl Swoopes, an American basketball player who won three Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) Most Valuable Player (MVP) awards (2000, 2002, 2005) and four WNBA titles...
PE Central
Pe Central: Pe Lesson Ideas: Wally Badminton
This activity fuses badminton with basketball. Teacher, use this activity as part of a gym-class instructional activity to help students improve their badminton skills and accuracy.
My Hero Project
My Hero: Sports Hero Michael Jordan
Learn why Michael Jordan is considered sports hero and an inspirational athlete to many. This article provides information on Jordan's exceptional sports career and on Jordan's contribution to children through the James R. Jordan Boys...
Curated OER
Los Angeles Celebrates Sparks' Title
USA TODAY, a leading national newspaper, provides extensive coverage of women's professional basketball. Content includes top stories, scores, standings, schedules, rosters, and much more.
