Playing games, keeping score and competing fairly
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can keep score and play fairly in games against my peers.
Key learning points
- Move: playing aggressively isn't always the best way to win matches
- Think: it is typically a good tactic to attack the net.
- Think: games are normally played the first to 11, needing 2 clear points to win.
- Feel: it's important to reset after losing a point or a game to help perform better next time.
- Connect: communicating the score clearly helps avoid conflict.
Keywords
Passing shot - a forceful groundstroke that is hit past an opponent who is at net
Lob - a high lofted shot aimed over the head of your opposition to bounce near the baseline
Smash - a powerful shot hit from above the head
Common misconception
Pupils think that winning is the most important thing.
Learning to value a fair competition and choosing to lose in preference to cheating to win or only playing opponents you know you can beat, is a much more rewarding outlook.
Teacher tip
Try not to step in too early to solve disagreements and instead provide pupils with the opportunity to do the right thing and then look to reflect on and praise it later.
Equipment
1 paddle per pupil; 1 pickleball per pair ; badminton/tennis nets; floor markers
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Keeping the ball in and waiting for your opposition to make a mistake is an example of what sort of play?
Q2.Which of the following is not a term associated with hitting the ball with backspin?
Q3.What is not achieved by communicating the score clearly before each serve?
Q4.Which of the following is typically a good tactic in doubles?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What is it called when you attempt to hit the ball high to drop in just before the baseline?
Q2.Where is a smash hit from?
Q3.What is the most important thing when playing games?
Q4.What does communicating the score clearly help avoid?
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