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  • Year 8

How to manage competition, in victory or defeat

I can regulate my emotions and be gracious, regardless of the outcome.

Lesson 5 of 6
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  • Year 8

How to manage competition, in victory or defeat

I can regulate my emotions and be gracious, regardless of the outcome.

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Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. Move: use your arms and legs to slide or pivot on the floor to reach the ball quickly.
  2. Move: to set, gently push the ball upwards using your fingers, without carrying or holding the ball.
  3. Think: sending the ball to parts of the court that are free from opponents will increase the chances of winning rallies.
  4. Feel: regulating emotions during competition can make it a more positive experience for you and your opponents.
  5. Connect: being gracious shows respect, builds positive relationships and promotes a healthy, supportive environment.

Keywords

  • Emotional regulation - controlling your emotions effectively, staying calm and focused in stressful or challenging situations

  • Gracious - showing kindness, respect and humility whether you win or lose, acknowledging others' efforts

  • Humility - the quality of being modest, respectful and not seeking excessive attention or praise

Common misconception

Upper body strength is the primary fitness component required for seated volleyball.

Core strength is fundamental to play seated volleyball effectively as it enables players to maintain their body position in the preparation and executon of skills throughout the game.


To help you plan your year 8 physical education lesson on: How to manage competition, in victory or defeat, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...

Gym balls add fun and excitement to practices. However, it increases the demand on core strength. Judge this balance accordingly to maximise engagement.
Teacher tip

Equipment

balloons; volleyballs; gym balls; badminton nets (or benches to create a barrier)

Content guidance

  • Risk assessment required - physical activity

Supervision

Adult supervision required

Licence

This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2025), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).

Prior knowledge starter quiz

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4 Questions

Q1.
How should you react to a teammate who makes a mistake?

Correct answer: reassure them
laugh
ignore it

Q2.
What impact will placing blame on a teammate have on them?

build confidence
feel valued
Correct answer: increase anxiety

Q3.
How can you help someone who keeps breaking the rules?

blame them
shout
Correct answer: explain the rules

Q4.
What can we do after a competition?

ignore everyone
complain
Correct answer: acknowledge good play

Assessment exit quiz

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4 Questions

Q1.
What is a trait of an MVP?

Correct answer: supportive
arrogant
critical

Q2.
What should teams do to ensure everyone is included in rallies?

try hard
Correct answer: rotate positions
play to win

Q3.
How should you respond if you win a point/game?

laugh at opponents
show off
Correct answer: be respectful

Q4.
What part of the body gives the most control when setting the ball?

Correct answer: fingers
clenched fist
foot