Solutions to tactical challenges
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can solve problems and tactical team challenges in response to significant rule changes to play a different contact game.
Key learning points
- Move: a fast chase uses a low body position and quick directional changes around the turning pole.
- Move: tagging needs controlled movement with a light hand touch to stay safe and accurate.
- Think: choose the right moment and best teammate to pass the chase for a quicker tag of the runner.
- Feel: not giving up when you’re tired or get tagged shows determination and helps you grow as a player.
- Connect: treating others with honesty and compassion helps ensure an enjoyable game for all.
Keywords
Kho kho - a team game from India where players run and chase to tag opponents while using teamwork, speed and quick direction changes
Chaser - a player who starts seated and takes turns chasing/tagging runners
Turning pole - the pole at each end used by chasers to legally change direction
Common misconception
Pupils think you can constantly change directions when chasing.
Remind pupils that in Kho Kho, chasers cannot change direction freely. They must run around a turning pole to change direction. Turning mid-court is a foul.
Teacher tip
Option to spend more time on any of these topics as appropriate in the context of your learners.
Equipment
30+ cones and 10 x rounders posts.
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Which part of the body do you use to tackle in Gaelic football?
Q2.Where should you position yourself to tackle an attacker in Gaelic football?
Q3.What is the ball not allowed to do before kicking in the goal?
Q4.What should you watch carefully when tackling in Gaelic football?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.When are chasers allowed to change direction?
Q2.In Kho kho, how does a chaser tackle a runner?
Q3.What does the chaser need to say to their teammate when they touch them to pass on the chase?
Q4.In Kho kho, where does the chaser touch the runner?
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