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Lesson 3 of 6
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Shooting and rebounding

I can execute an effective shooting technique and position myself for a rebound

Lesson 3 of 6
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  • OCR

Shooting and rebounding

I can execute an effective shooting technique and position myself for a rebound

Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. Move: creating a tall body position with an extended arm above the head will make it difficult for defenders.
  2. Move: quick movements to receive a pass into the circle are required to get into the space for a shot at goal.
  3. Think: once the shot has been released, time your jump for the rebound to take the ball at the highest point.
  4. Feel: using imagery to increase success in shooting can help improve confidence.
  5. Connect: encouraging each other after every shot will help to build shooting confidence.

Keywords

  • Standing shot - a two handed stationery shot

  • High arm release shot - a technique that involves full extension of the arm above the head

  • Rebound - gathering the ball after unsuccessful attempt at a goal

Common misconception

Pupils keep their feet planted on the ground after taking a shot.

Always encourage a release of a shot, moving up onto the toes, so the player is in a suitable position to move forward for a rebound.

Only those who are being assessed as shooting positions need to show technique. Other pupils can then be seen as defending the shot/rebounding or supporting as a centre court player to get the ball to the shooting positions effectively.
Teacher tip

Equipment

netball (1 between 3), ideally 2 court spaces, netball posts (1 between 6), 20+ floor markers, 4 sets of team bibs

Content guidance

  • Risk assessment required - physical activity

Supervision

Adult supervision required

Licence

This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2026), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).

Prior knowledge starter quiz

4 Questions

Q1.
What do we call an attacking movement which uses a quick change of direction?

sprint
Correct answer: dodge
drive

Q2.
Which of the following is a good way to confirm you are ready to receive a pass?

Correct answer: hand signal
step forwards
wave

Q3.
Which position will be defending the GS?

WD
GD
Correct answer: GK

Q4.
Which of the following positions will not be permitted in the attacking circle?

Correct answer: WA
GA
GD

Assessment exit quiz

4 Questions

Q1.
Which movement is correct when releasing a shot in netball?

Correct answer: extension
flexion
rotation

Q2.
Where does the power for a shot start?

elbows
wrists
Correct answer: knees

Q3.
What is it called when you visualise shooting towards the tip of a witches hat?

Correct Answer: imagery

Q4.
What point is most beneficial to catch the ball when performing a rebound?

lowest
middle
Correct answer: highest

Lesson appears in

UnitPhysical education / Non-examined assessment: netball practical

AQAPhysical education

EdexcelPhysical education

OCRPhysical education