Accuracy: can you demonstrate accurate throwing skills and send a ball to space?
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can apply accurate throwing skills in order to aim for the spaces on my opponent's side of the court.
Key learning points
- Move: throwing into space with control and accuracy leads to successful shots.
- Think: creating space for your next shot requires careful decision making.
- Feel: constantly trying your hardest requires self-motivation and leads to success in games.
- Connect: imagining how and where an opponent might move helps me to decide where to aim.
Keywords
Court - playing area where a game or sport is played
Aim - to direct an action, object or effort toward a target or goal
Points - the units of scoring earned for achieving a goal, completing a task or performing well in a game or activity
Common misconception
Pupils catch the ball without letting it bounce near the back of the court when the ball would have gone out.
In these games, the ball has to bounce to get pupils used to moving out the way.
Equipment
A safe space, 1 ball that bounces, markers to mark the court and net, a timer, 2 bigger markers (if playing by yourself) and a wall with no windows if playing by yourself.
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.How many times can a ball bounce on one side of the table in table tennis?
Q2.When playing throw table tennis, which direction should you aim to throw the ball?
Q3.What should you aim for when playing against an opponent in table tennis?
Q4.What is self-motivation?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What is the name of the playing area where a game or sport is played?
Q2.How can you make sure you are in a good position to catch the ball when playing throw tennis?
Q3.Which foot should you step forward with when throwing the ball to bounce on your opponent's side?
Q4.What is a good tactic to use to beat an opponent in throw tennis?
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