- Year 8
Design set plays to overload the attack
I can create a small sided game to explore set play tactics to outwit the opposition.
- Year 8
Design set plays to overload the attack
I can create a small sided game to explore set play tactics to outwit the opposition.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Move: effectively using a screen requires a wide stance and sideways body position.
- Move: effective implementation of any attacking tactic requires correct technique for passing, dribbling and shooting.
- Think: knowing when to use attacking tactics, such as screening, can prevent a defender from getting to the ball holder.
- Feel: empathy enables us to understand the feelings of others and supports us to respond/behave appropriately.
- Connect: leadership requires an ability to listen and take on board everyone's ideas.
Keywords
Fast break - a quick attack towards goal in an attempt to score before the oppositions defence is set up
Outlet - a pass made from a defender to initiate a counterattack
Counter-attack - an attack made in response to one by the opposition
Common misconception
Teams don't discuss tactics properly and instead focus on just wanting to play a game.
Forming a number of predetermined plans can be an effective way to capitalise on set play situations and being aware of which team members are the biggest threat to the opposition can leave other players more open.
To help you plan your year 8 physical education lesson on: Design set plays to overload the attack, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your year 8 physical education lesson on: Design set plays to overload the attack, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
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Equipment
a handball and a football between 3, cones or goals, bibs
Content guidance
- Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
