Dribbling and keeping possession using our feet
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can dribble with the ball at my feet and under control.
Key learning points
- Move: avoiding defenders when dribbling with the ball requires changes in speed and direction.
- Move: dribbling using the inside and outside of both feet helps us to change direction and move away from defenders.
- Think: moving into space away from defenders when dribbling the ball requires close control.
- Feel: staying within the restricted zones and playing by the rules shows an understanding of fairness.
- Connect: ensuring you swap roles when the defender gains possession of the ball demonstrates honesty.
Keywords
Dribbling - using your hands or feet to move with the ball keeping it under control
Possession - the team in control of the ball
Defender - the player or person responsible for preventing the opposition (attackers) from scoring
Common misconception
Pupils kick the ball too far ahead of them, using their toes to kick it, rather than keeping control with lighter touches.
Remind pupils that the further the ball is away from them, the easier it is for a defender to take it.
Teacher tip
A size 3 ball is most suitable for pupils of this age, however smaller balls could be used to challenge pupils. When splitting the group, doing so by ability and expereince will ensure suitable challenge for all pupils.
Equipment
1 ball per pupil, 30+ cones.
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What are you doing when you use your hands or feet to move with the ball?
Q2.Where should you move after passing the ball to a teammate?
Q3.Where is best to dribble the ball when you receive it?
Q4.What skill can help you and your team make the correct decisions in games?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Which would be more suitable for dribbling the ball with control?
Q2.Which part of your feet is it best to use when dribbling a ball?
Q3.When dribbling, what can you change to avoid a defender?
Q4.What do a team have when they have control of the ball?
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The starter quiz will activate and check your pupils' prior knowledge, with versions available both with and without answers in PDF format.
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