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Season of Sports: Basketball

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Across
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A dribbling move where a player quickly changes the ball from one hand to the other to get past a defender.
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Aim and throw the ball towards the basket.
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Move lightly and quickly, lifting one foot off the ground.
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Be careful not to use this body part too much, or you might get called for a foul
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The ability to move quickly and change direction with ease, essential in many sports, including basketball.
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The container suspended high above the ground where you aim to score.
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The team's efforts to prevent the opposing team from scoring.
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A quick offensive play where a team moves the ball rapidly down the court to score before the defense can set up.
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You use this part of your body to throw the ball and make baskets
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A position in which a player is ready to dribble, pass, or shoot.
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Keep these on the ball to stay aware of the game
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A game where players try to eliminate each other by pushing basketballs outside the playing area
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The Name of the Game
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Snatching the ball after a missed shot, a crucial skill for both offense and defense.
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Bend these joints when you're getting ready to jump for a shot.
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A basic and often high-percentage shot where a player scores by releasing the ball close to the basket after a short run.
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Another word for the basket.
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A dance step or a way of moving on the court.
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The sound that signals a stoppage in play, usually indicating a foul or violation.
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A fundamental move where a player turns on one foot to change direction while keeping the other foot planted.
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Move the ball to a teammate with a toss
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An uncontested shot from the free-throw line, awarded after certain fouls.
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The tips of your fingers that help you control the ball.
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A high-flying shot where a player forcefully puts the ball through the basket, often with one or both hands.
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Working together is the key to success in this sport
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Bounce the ball as you move across the court
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Move sideways with quick steps
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Move gracefully with a rhythmic step, like a horse
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Move quickly on the court.