front court

noun

1. the section of the court nearest the front wall in certain games, as squash or handball.
2. Basketball.
   1. a team's offensive half of the court.
   2. the players who play offensively in the front court, including the center and the two forwards.

Word History and Origins

Origin of front court¹

First recorded in 1945–50

Example Sentences

The need he fits: Maybe it’s a little on the nose that Canada’s team would take a Canadian college basketball legend, but the Raptors are really thin in the front court and Edey’s just a massive presence.

From Los Angeles Times

Needing help for its undersized front court, the Washington women’s basketball team snagged a commitment from Eastern Michigan center Tayra Eke.

From Seattle Times

After compiling a 16-15 record and 10th-place Pac-12 finish at 6-12 last season, coach Tina Langley prioritized adding depth to UW’s thin front court, which includes junior forward junior Dalayah Daniels, and freshmen Olivia Anderson were Shayla Gillmer.

From Seattle Times

Her ability to see, understand and anticipate the game and then from a physical aspect shoot the ball from almost anywhere when she gets into the front court.”

From Seattle Times

She was expected to be a key part of the Huskies front court this season.

From Washington Times