MINI BASKETBALL COURT PROJECT

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Shoot for Success: Exploring Quadratic Equations with a Mini Basketball Court!

Engage students in a hands-on math and physics activity by having them design a mini basketball court and analyze the motion of a basketball shot! In this interactive project, students will measure the height of the player, the basketball, and the hoop, then use real-world data to model the quadratic equation of the ball’s trajectory. Through this STEM-based activity, learners will apply quadratic functions and vertex form to understand how height and distance influence the perfect shot. Ideal for Algebra 1, Algebra 2, and Pre-Calculus, this lesson reinforces key concepts in parabolas, maximum height, and zeros of a function while keeping students actively engaged in problem-solving and critical thinking.