Dribbling and keeping control
I can dribble into space, changing direction with control, in order to keep possession of the ball.
Dribbling and keeping control
I can dribble into space, changing direction with control, in order to keep possession of the ball.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Move: dribbling successfully requires keeping the ball close with control using hands, feet or sticks.
- Move: changing direction to move away from our opposition when dribbling helps us to keep possession of the ball.
- Think: deciding when and where to dribble will help our team to keep possession of the ball.
- Feel: not giving up by showing self-discipline will help us develop our dribbling technique.
- Connect: effective communication between team mates helps the team to keep possession of the ball when dribbling.
Keywords
Dribbling - moving the ball with your feet or hands while keeping control of it
Control - keeping the ball close without losing possession
Possession - the team in control of the ball
Common misconception
Pupils take strong touches of the ball and move with the ball too far away from themselves so lose control easily.
Remind pupils to take their time and keep the ball close to avoid losing control and possession.
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Equipment
1 ball per pupil (ball depends on the context), 30+ cones, bibs
Content guidance
- Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
