- Year 11
Defensive strategies and tactics
I can mark my opposing player to reduce their ability to get the ball and/or shoot.
- Year 11
Defensive strategies and tactics
I can mark my opposing player to reduce their ability to get the ball and/or shoot.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Move: boxing out by positioning your body between the opponent and the Korf secures the rebound.
- Move: putting your hands up to block an attacker prevents them from scoring and increases the chance of interception.
- Think: positioning yourself between your opponent and the Korf enables interception of passes and shots to be blocked.
- Feel: confidence stems from a strong belief in your skills and abilities to tackle challenges.
- Connect: coordinating with teammates to switch defenders if a screen or mismatch occurs requires quick communication.
Keywords
Contact - physical contact is limited. Players cannot push, hold or knock over opponents
Blocking - players are not allowed to block or interfere with an opponent's movements intentionally
Boxout - is a defensive technique used to secure a rebound after a shot has been taken
Common misconception
Pupils think that Korfball is a contact sport where you can push players.
Korfball allows incidental contact that is natural movement, e.g. brushing shoulders and close marking, however pushing, holding or blocking is not allowed.
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Equipment
1 ball per 2 pupils, 30 balls, 4 Korfs, 4 sets of bibs
Content guidance
- Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
