A field goal is any basket scored by a player during ordinary game play from inside the arc that denotes the three-point line on the floor. A standard field goal is any regulation shot attempted by a player from inside the three-point line. The term "field goal" also may be used to describe any shot taken from beyond the free throw line and in practice this includes shots from between the lines as well as those completely outside of the arc. These shots are often called "3-pointers" or "long balls." A free throw is any shot taken at the foul line after a foul has been committed (except for the two technical fouls). At most levels of basketball, all players are given three fouls per game; however, some teams only give out two because they feel their players can't handle the physical play required of them at the higher intensity of the game. A team can have up to four players in the game at once, so each additional foul leads to an automatic one-minute suspension for the player who received them. The first step toward becoming a successful shooter is to recognize good shooting positions. You should stand with your shoulders square to the basket and hold your arm straight out until the very end of the motion. Also, try not to twist your body when you shoot the ball. This moves your head away from the action and makes your shot less likely to go in.