Hoop Genius
How a Desperate Teacher and a Rowdy Gym Class Invented Basketball
By John Coy | Publisher: Lerner Publishing Group
About the book
Taking over a rowdy gym class right before winter vacation is not something James Naismith wants to do at all. The last two teachers of this class quit in frustration. The students—a bunch of energetic young men—are bored with all the regular games and activities. Naismith needs something new, exciting, and fast to keep the class happy—or someone's going to get hurt. Saving this class is going to take a genius. Discover the true story of how Naismith invented basketball in 1891 at a school in Springfield, Massachusetts.
Editions of Hoop Genius
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780761366171
- Paperback
- ISBN 9798348056087
Read an Excerpt
Taking over a rowdy gym class right before winter vacation is not something James Naismith wants to do at all. The last two teachers of this class quit in frustration. The students—a bunch of energetic young men—are bored with all the regular games and activities. Naismith needs something new, exciting, and fast to keep the class happy—or someone's going to get hurt. Saving this class is going to take a genius. Discover the true story of how Naismith invented basketball in 1891 at a school in Springfield, Massachusetts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hoop Genius about?
Taking over a rowdy gym class right before winter vacation is not something James Naismith wants to do at all. The last two teachers of this class quit in frustration. The students—a bunch of energetic young men—are bored with all the regular games and activities. Naismith needs something new, exciting, and fast to keep the class happy—or someone's going to get hurt. Saving this class is going to take a genius. Discover the true story of how Naismith invented basketball in 1891 at a school in Springfield, Massachusetts.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Hoop Genius?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage: General interest > Children’s / Teenage general interest: Sports and outdoor recreation > Children’s / Teenage general interest: Ball games and sports > Children’s / Teenage general interest: Ball games and sports: Basketball
Where can I read a sample of Hoop Genius?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780761366171
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Hoop Genius?
John Coy
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Hoop Genius is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780761366171) and paperback(ISBN 9798348056087)