Transition from defence to attack with a defensive focus
I can react quickly when my team loses possession of the ball and can apply defensive tactics during a game to prevent the opposition from scoring.
Transition from defence to attack with a defensive focus
I can react quickly when my team loses possession of the ball and can apply defensive tactics during a game to prevent the opposition from scoring.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Move: transitioning from attack to defence requires quick reactions and changes in body position to be ready to defend.
- Move: looking for space to guard, staying on our toes and following the attackers' movements helps to stop an attack.
- Think: switching between attack and defence requires quick thinking and a strong understanding of our defensive tactics.
- Feel: self-discipline stops us getting frustrated as possession changes and we transition from attack to defence.
- Connect: communicating quickly when we lose possession helps our team effectively transition from attack to defence.
Keywords
Transition - switching from playing defence to attack, or the other way around
Tactics - plans you create and use to try to win or succeed
Defensive - trying to stop the other team from scoring or getting ahead
Common misconception
Pupils get frustrated when they lose possession and fail to carry out their defensive tactics.
Remind pupils how important it is to defend and try and stop the attack. If we give up, it's likely our opponents will score.
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To help you plan your year 5 physical education lesson on: Transition from defence to attack with a defensive focus, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
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Equipment
1 ball between 2, 30+ cones, targets/ goals, bibs, additional materials
Content guidance
- Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
