TITLE:
Dribbling Basketball Using Fourier Series
AUTHORS:
Uwaydah Leith
KEYWORDS:
Dribbling Basketball, Player, Movement, Periodic, Fourier Series
JOURNAL NAME:
Journal of Applied Mathematics and Physics,
Vol.12 No.12,
December
17,
2024
ABSTRACT: Dribbling a basketball is a fundamental skill in the sport, defined by the rhythmic bouncing of the ball with one hand, regardless of whether the player is stationary or in motion. Mastery of dribbling allows an athlete to maintain control of the ball, maneuver around opponents, and create opportunities for passing, shooting, or driving toward the basket. Additionally, dribbling involves various mathematical principles, such as the physics of motion and the statistical analysis of performance data. One significant mathematical tool in this context is Fourier analysis, which effectively decomposes complex signals, such as the dribbling motion of a basketball, into simpler sinusoidal components. This analysis provides insights into the frequency characteristics of the dribble, enhancing the understanding of a player’s skill and consistency.