Passing and catching games
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can perform different types of passes to keep possession of the ball.
Key learning points
- Move: receiving a ball safely with one or two hands requires moving our body towards the ball to keep it under control.
- Move: keeping possession of the ball requires us to execute a variety of accurate passes.
- Think: the ball must be passed within 4 seconds to avoid violating the possession rule.
- Feel: increased confidence comes from success but it's also important to notice the benefit of learning from mistakes.
- Connect: respect is shown for others by playing fairly and safely.
Keywords
Bounce pass - a short pass in a crowded area that hits the ground once
Overhead pass - a pass thrown from above the head to outwit a player marking the ball, usually over a longer distance
Accuracy - a skill that reaches the intended target
Common misconception
Pupils think they only have 3 seconds to pass the ball like in netball.
In Korfball pupils have 4 seconds to pass the ball.
Teacher tip
If you dont have Korfballs you can use handballs or netballs instead. Try and have equal gender split in all teams in all practices to replicate Korfball rules.
Equipment
4 (or more) korfball/netball posts, 1 korball per 4 pupils and 3 sets of 8 bibs.
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.In Korfball, what can you not do with the ball?
Q2.In Korfball, who is a female allowed to mark?
Q3.Where can you score a goal from in Korfball?
Q4.Attackers and defenders swap sides of the court after how many goals have been scored?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Which is not a type of pass in Korfball?
Q2.Which hand(s) should you catch the ball with in Korfball?
Q3.If you have a tall defender in front of you, which pass would be best to use?
Q4.How many seconds do you have to pass the ball in Korfball?
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The starter quiz will activate and check your pupils' prior knowledge, with versions available both with and without answers in PDF format.
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