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- Year 8
How can we improve our reactions in sports situations?
In this lesson, we will explore how to gain an advantage when in an attacking and also a defending situation. We will apply this to invasion games, focusing primarily on netball. We will explore how to plan movements to maximise success in sport.
- Year 8
How can we improve our reactions in sports situations?
In this lesson, we will explore how to gain an advantage when in an attacking and also a defending situation. We will apply this to invasion games, focusing primarily on netball. We will explore how to plan movements to maximise success in sport.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Pupils will learn about reacting to a situation, particularly in reference to netball.
- Pupils will demonstrate the correct choice of movement based on the situation the performer is in.
- Pupils will learn about decision making, coping with pressure, resilience, problem solving, fluency of ideas and cooperation.
Equipment
Ideally a ball, can be a cushion, toilet roll
Content guidance
- Physical activity required.
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended