Handball: footwork and dribbling
I can move with the ball to create space and keep possession whilst playing within the rules of handball.
Handball: footwork and dribbling
I can move with the ball to create space and keep possession whilst playing within the rules of handball.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Move: accelerating after a fake step in the opposite direction helps to get past a defender.
- Move: dribbling with bent knees and a low body position maintains balance and allows for agile changes in direction.
- Think: passing or shooting the ball before the fourth step/dribble will not break the travelling rule.
- Feel: it takes time to reset muscle memory when learning that you can take 3 steps while carrying the ball.
- Connect: using good communication and eye contact with teammates enables greater success at keeping possession.
Keywords
Feint - faking the direction of movement by stepping or changing direction
Dribbling feint - a player suddenly changes the direction of their dribble
Double dribble - bouncing a ball, holding it and bouncing the ball again
Travelling - if a player does not pass or shoot the ball before taking the fourth step
Common misconception
Dribbling is always the best option to move with the ball.
While dribbling can be helpful to gain ground up the court, it can slow down the game, whereas passing can often be faster and more efficient at breaking through a defence.
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Equipment
Handballs (1 between 3), 30 + cones, 10 x sets of 3 bibs
Content guidance
- Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
