Games: can you create a competitive game aiming to control a ball?
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can create a competitive game to develop ball control skills that can be replicated by others.
Key learning points
- Move: keeping the ball close enough to maintain possession and using the right amount of force supports ball control.
- Think: choosing the right ball skills and adapting them to different challenges requires concentration.
- Feel: overcoming challenges while maintaining control builds confidence and determination.
- Connect: imagining how actions would affect others in a game and adjusting ball skills creates opportunities.
Keywords
Skill - competence and finesse in carrying out an action
Control - to keep possession of the ball by using appropriate force, timing and body position so you can move, change direction or perform a skill without losing the ball
Dribble - moving with the ball while keeping it close and under control with hands or feet
Common misconception
You can only dribble with your hands or feet.
You can also use an implement to dribble with.
Equipment
A ball that bounces, a timer, an implement to bounce the ball with, a wall or partner, markers (e.g. books/cushions) and optional own equipment to make your own target game.
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.How could you increase the height of a dribble when using your hands?
Q2.When dribbling with the ball at your feet, how would varying the angle of your foot affect the ball?
Q3.When dribbling, what can you do to make sure you do not bump into anything?
Q4.When creating your own competitive game, what do you need to consider so everyone is safe?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Which answer is not a way to control a ball?
Q2.What is the best way to control the ball when dribbling?
Q3.Which is an example of a target game that you could base your own game on?
Q4.When overcoming challenges, what do you need to show in order to build confidence?
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