Application of 'powers' into game play to challenge tactical awareness
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can think tactically and use a variety of special powers in different game situations.
Key learning points
- Move: passing and moving accurately and consistently when using special powers increases their effectiveness.
- Think: evaluating our opponents' strengths and weaknesses effectively helps our tactical thinking in games.
- Think: making effective decisions as to when and why to use special powers within the game can lead to success.
- Feel: striving to give our best even when the power/tactics are not successful demonstrates excellent integrity.
- Connect: effective communication enables us to fully understand our role within the team.
Keywords
Tactics - a carefully planned set of actions that are used by a team or an individual to achieve a certain goal
Game - an activity or sport in which people compete with each other according to agreed rules
Power - a special tactic or advantage that can be used by a team to benefit them in a game
Common misconception
Pupils believe that when they implement a special power, they will always be successful.
Highlight the importance of good passing and moving skills when pupils use their special power, to increase chances of success.
Teacher tip
Allow opportunities for pupils to discuss the different special powers and reflect on them in terms of the benefits to their team.
Equipment
Additional materials: trialing powers, 1 ball between 5 pupils, 1 set of tags per pupil, 30+ cones, bibs
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Where must you be to support the ball carrier in tag rugby?
Q2.What is the method for scoring points in tag rugby?
Q3.What’s the main aim of attacking?
Q4.What can you identify to improve your performance?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What are tactics?
Q2.What can happen when you use specific attacking tactics in a game?
Q3.What is a benefit of evaluating your opponents' strengths and weaknesses?
Q4.What is a benefit of effective communication for you and your team?
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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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