ACTIVITY #1 - ESSAY

Due to the fact that a new popular game was introduced, its reputation spread like

wildfire. Instant success followed. I also learned that after the game gained popularity,

Naismith created and introduced the 13 original rules, which included information on how

to move the ball and what constituted a foul. There would be a five-minute break in

between each of the two 15-minute halves of the game. The regulations were printed out

and posted on the bulletin board by Naismith's secretary. Everything included in these

thirteen rules was clear to understand even if you are new to this sport. Naismith did a

great job in creating these rules because it promotes entertainment while also promotes

physical activity. I can see that creating a sport / game is not an easy task to do, it requires

a lot of patience, determination and knowledge about the field.

Basketball in the world become such a popular sport that it even has its own sport

competition among different countries, it is called FIBA Basketball World Cup. It is held

every four years, this year 2023, Philippines is one of the countries that will host FIBA

Basketball World Cup alongside with Japan. This is such an honor to our country because

the last time that the Philippines hosts FIBA was back in 1978.

Basketball is the most popular sport in the Philippines, it was introduced during the

American colonial period. Up until now, you can see basketball everywhere, Filipinos

loves this sport. It is fun and helps them to stay physically fit because this sport requires

a lot of movement. Teenagers in the Philippines really enjoy engaging in this sport. For

young Filipino players and fans, basketball is the most satisfying sport because of its

strategic, dynamic, and joyful nature. One of the traits I like in being a Filipino is that we

are friendly to each other, we love to play games together, or have a little sports night

together. Most of the people in our country loves basketball because it is intense,

enjoyable and fun to do and/or watch.

Filipinos are also very supportive when it comes to their fellow “kababayan”, just

like when their favorite Filipino basketball team is playing against other local or

international team, they will clear their schedule just to watch the game, I know that

because my father and grandfather always watch TV to support their favorite team. The

game is enjoyable for both players and spectators, in addition to being simple to learn
and fitting well in the Philippines due to its competitive and unpredictable nature. Filipinos

like being kept on the edge of their seats by a game's unanticipated turns because they

love entertainment.