How to Play Intramural Basketball

If you are in college and want to stay active to maintain a healthy lifestyle, playing intramural basketball is a good option. By playing intramural basketball, you get great exercise in addition to the possibility of meeting new friends. By following a few steps, you can learn how to play intramural basketball.

Instructions

1. Decide whether you want to start your own intramural basketball team or join an existing team. By starting an intramural basketball team, you will have more say concerning who is on the team. Starting your own team is a good idea if you already know of enough interested players to fill out a team. If you'd rather just join an existing team, you won't have as much say in matters; however, you won't have the added responsibilities of creating and maintaining an intramural team.

2. Locate the department in charge of intramural sports. You can find this information at the student information center. You can also opt to check your school's website, as intramural sports information is oftentimes found online.

3. Complete the registration process. The registration process will be longer if you are going to create your own intramural basketball team. If you are creating your own team, you need signatures and may also be in charge of collecting the fees for the league. If you are joining an existing team, you may either get to pick your team or you may be assigned to a team. Either way, you should get the contact information to get in touch with the other players on your team.

4. Meet and practice with the other players on your intramural basketball team. If you are creating your own team, you are in charge of scheduling practices for your team. If you are joining an existing team, attend the practices and get to know the players on your team.