Handball: passing and receiving
I can demonstrate a variety of passes from stationary and on the move to keep possession of the ball in isolation and conditioned practices.
Handball: passing and receiving
I can demonstrate a variety of passes from stationary and on the move to keep possession of the ball in isolation and conditioned practices.
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Lesson details
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: knowing that we have to pass the ball within 3 seconds requires decision making.
- Feel: focus and composure before every pass helps improve accuracy.
- Connect: receiving and sending the ball within 3 seconds requires an awareness of where the ball/players are on court.
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
Power is more important than accuracy.
Accuracy is crucial to keep the ball within possession of your team so you have more opportunities to score.
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Equipment
1 handball between 6, 30+ cones, 8 x sets of 4 bibs
Content guidance
- Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
