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Basketball Informative Speech
Talha Syed
October 2nd, 2014
Speech
Professor Ratcliffe
Basketball: The Greatest Sport Invented (Outline)
General Purpose: To inform
Specific Purpose: To inform the audience about the history, basic rules, and the development of basketball.

Introduction

Attention Getter: There is no “I” in team, but there is in wIn. This is a quote from the 6x NBA Champion, Michael Jordan.
Thesis: The game of Basketball is a very exciting sport. You need to be able to communicate with your teammates. The only way to win is with the help of your teammates and not to be selfish. When no one on team is selfish with the ball, the team will succeed big time.
Preview: So, today I will be discussing about the game of basketball, the basic rules and …show more content…
Definite Ending: I do know, though, the feeling of finally getting the chemistry flowing between your teammates. Hopefully, one day you all will get the chance to play this amazing sport.

Works Cited
"Evolution of the Game of Basketball - HoopTactics Basketball Basics." Evolution of the Game of Basketball - HoopTactics Basketball Basics. N.p., n.d. Web. 30 Sept.
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