Try Other Challenges :

Try Other Basketball Challenges

Now that you have developed a strategy that works for you, it’s time to try another challenge!

First, download and print the following handout:

In this activity, you’ll choose from a new set of statistics, and use them to figure out the maximum height the ball reaches during a different player’s free throw shot.

Choices include:

Initial Vertical Velocity of 5 feet, 6 feet, or 8 feet
Release Height of 20 feet, 22 feet, or 24 feet

Note: Use the 3 key variables and the stats to calculate the ball’s height, h, at a given time, t, by setting up an equation to get started.

Next, click the link below to explore the Math in Basketball: Try Other Challenges interactive. Work with your partner to develop a strategy and complete the handout as you work through the activity.