The attacking role
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can use attacking strategies to create space and shooting opportunities in and around the key.
Key learning points
- Move: playing basketball requires speed and stamina to execute attacking play around the key and 3 point line.
- Think: movement off the ball helps to get free for a pass or screen to create space for others when attacking.
- Feel: remaining in your attacking role will build confidence to control the ball moving through the court as a team.
- Connect: effective teamwork requires everyone to take responsibility for their role in attack.
Keywords
3 second rule - an attacking player does not stay in the key without the ball for longer than 3 seconds
Screen - a non-ball handling player stands in the way of a defender to provide space for the player with the ball
Pick and roll - after setting a screen, a player moves towards the basket to receive a pass
Free throw - a shot taken from behind the free throw line after a foul on the offensive player when shooting
Common misconception
Pupils think they are not permitted to jump on a free throw.
There is no rule stating a jump is not permitted, however the feet can not pass the free throw line so players chose to keep their feet planted on the ground.
Teacher tip
The scenarios of this lesson allow pupils to consider how they will work together in attack. It will be beneficial for them to have some time to plan out their movements unopposed.
Equipment
1 basketball between 3, 5 bibs
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Which body parts are bent during a defensive stance?
Q2.Which skill is used to follow an opponent's movements?
Q3.What should a defender do before a rebound?
Q4.What is applied by a defender when marking the ball effectively?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.How many points are awarded for a free throw?
Q2.How many seconds is an attacking player allowed in the key without the ball?
Q3.After setting a screen/pick, what will a player be encouraged to do?
Q4.What skill is occurring when a foul infringement leads to a free throw?
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