SportsJuly 15, 2026
dribbling
/ˈdrɪbəlɪŋ/
Definition
The act of moving a basketball down the court by bouncing it repeatedly with one hand.
Etymology
Derived from the Middle English word 'dribben', which meant to drive or force along. It evolved into its current sports-specific usage in the late 19th century to describe the rhythmic bouncing of a ball.
In the news
In this article, the word refers to the fundamental basketball skill being taught to young athletes during Mason Gillis's youth summer camp. It highlights the focus on essential athletic training provided by the camp coaches.
Mason Gillis holds basketball camp inside of NC Fieldhouse
Read the full article ↗The Courier Times