Pass and receive
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can pass over a range of distances.
Key learning points
- Move: the ball is pushed with either one or two hands, with a follow through towards an intended target.
- Think: a bounce pass is most effective when a defender is between you and a teammate.
- Feel: quick decision making to use a fake pass builds confidence on the ball to make the right pass.
- Connect: communicating your direction of travel early supports the choice of pass by teammates.
Keywords
Air pass - the ball travels between players without hitting the floor, such as a chest, javelin or overhead pass
Bounce pass - involves throwing the ball to the floor so it bounces to a teammate
Fake pass - a move to pretend to pass the ball to trick a defender into reacting
Common misconception
Pupils think that for GCSE assessment, passing is only required in isolation to demonstrate the correct techniques.
Passing needs to be seen in progressive and conditioned practices to showcase the technique when faced with opposition and decision making.
Teacher tip
Invite students to set up and lead their own passing drill. Request the drill is made game-like to reflect the decision making required.
Equipment
1 basketball between 5, 15+ bibs
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - equipment
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What is the rule if a player starts to dribble after already stopping?
Q2.Which technique is used to land on both feet simultaneously?
Q3.Which position is taken up when landing in basketball?
Q4.Where should the head and eyes be focussed when dribbling with the ball?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Which pass will have a one hand release?
Q2.What is required to execute a fake pass?
Q3.What is the name of the move to pretend to pass and trick a defender into reacting?
Q4.When will the arm/s extend in an air pass?
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