Game application of attack and defence
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can compete in a game using the required skills for attacking and defending as possession in the game changes.
Key learning points
- Move: when attacking, creating a successful shooting opportunity requires passing and moving.
- Move: when defending, preventing an attack requires applying pressure by marking the opposition.
- Think: knowing how to switch between attack and defence as the game changes requires resourcefulness.
- Feel: self-motivation helps us to apply ourselves throughout the game and lead our team to success.
- Connect: leading by example and playing by the rules shows effective leadership and cooperation.
Keywords
Defending - trying to prevent the opposition from scoring when not in possession of the ball
Attacking - trying to score points against the opposition when in possession of the ball
Success - achieving a goal or doing something well
Common misconception
Pupils give up if their team is not winning.
Remind pupils that the more self-motvation, determination and collaboration they show, the more likely they are to succeed.
Teacher tip
Award points in the games for teams who collaborate successfully, play by the rules and show self-motivation and determination.
Equipment
1 ball per game, bibs, 1 goal or target per game, 30+ cones
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.If you are making it difficult for the other team to pass or shoot, what do we call this?
Q2.If you are successful and intercept a pass or shot, what have you achieved as a team?
Q3.When trying to win back possession of the ball, what are you showing?
Q4.What do you call a group of people who work together to achieve a common goal?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.If we are trying to score points against the opposition when we are in possession, what are we known as?
Q2.If we are trying to stop the opposition from scoring when we are not in possession, what are we known as?
Q3.If you demonstrate that you want to succeed, what are you showing?
Q4.What do we call achieving an aim or doing something well?
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