Maintain possession with keep ball
I can maintain possession with effective support from teammates
Maintain possession with keep ball
I can maintain possession with effective support from teammates
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Move: moving into space, away from defenders to offer a pass to the ball carrier, enables our team to keep possession.
- Think: creating a triangle of options for the ball carrier increases the chance of maintaining possession.
- Feel: playing by the rules and self-officiating demonstrates self-discipline.
- Connect: being kind involves including those outside of your friendship groups and ensuring they feel welcome.
Keywords
Formation - the way you set up players on the court or pitch when attacking or defending
Possession - keeping physical control of the ball amongst your team
Support - giving assistance to team mates
Common misconception
Making loop passes are effective in attacking situations.
Such passes are easy to intercept as they are easy to track and often don't go very far.
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Equipment
A variety of balls and cones
Content guidance
- Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
