basketball glossary
What is a Half court in Pickup Basketball?
Half court basketball uses one half of a full court — both teams attack the same basket. The most common pickup format because you only need half the space and 2-6 players.
Example in a match
You play 3v3 on a half court. Both teams shoot at the same hoop. After a defensive rebound, you have to clear the ball.
Pickup Basketball scoring with Volley
Volley scores pickup basketball with all the standard rules built in. Pick the sport at match setup, name your sides, and tap to score. Volley applies the rules from there — including the ones that involve "Half court".
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Frequently asked questions
What is a half court in pickup basketball?
Half court basketball uses one half of a full court — both teams attack the same basket. The most common pickup format because you only need half the space and 2-6 players.
Does Volley handle half court automatically?
Yes. Volley's pickup basketball scoring engine handles every standard rule including half court. You don't have to track it manually — pick the sport at match setup and Volley applies the rules.
Where can I learn more pickup basketball terms?
The full Pickup Basketball glossary is at /basketball-terms-glossary, with 20 of the most common terms explained.