Defensive strategies
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can defend a rebound net to prevent the ball from hitting the ground after a shot.
Key learning points
- Move: positioning yourself at an equal angle on the opposite side of the rebound frame increases catching frequency.
- Think: the trajectory of a rebound can be anticipated from the angle of the shot.
- Feel: rebounding hard shots from the opposition is challenging and requires self-discipline when mistakes are made.
- Connect: maximising offensive and defensive efficiency comes from working as a cohesive unit within your team.
Keywords
Change of possession - possession changes occur when the ball is dropped, goes out of bounds or after a point is scored
Unit - a subgroup within a team
Deception - selling a dummy or another action to confuse the opposition
Common misconception
Pupils think a defensive player must catch the ball outright on initial contact from a shot.
It is sometimes more effective to bump a rebound up in the air for a teammate to catch, but it does then count as a pass. Whereas if you catch it cleanly or catch your own rebound, it doesn't use up one of your passes.
Teacher tip
Develop critical thinking skills through analysis of gameplay and adjusting strategies/formulating set plays to outwit the opposition to stretch and challenge further.
Equipment
1 tchoukball between 5, 1 rebound frame per 5 players, bibs, knee pads (if available)
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Which of the following is least helpful when it comes to scoring?
Q2.What must you do before landing in the forbidden zone when shooting?
Q3.The Law of reaction is which of Newton’s Laws?
Q4.What is created by sharing ideas and supporting each other?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Which of the following will not cause a change of possession in Tchoukball?
Q2.Who should hover low during a shot?
Q3.How should you defend shots that are rebounding low towards the ground?
Q4.What is needed most to improve your offensive and defensive efficiency as a unit?
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