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Year 10
Edexcel

Dodging, passing and receiving

I can use a change of direction and change of speed to move into space and receive a pass

New
New
Year 10
Edexcel

Dodging, passing and receiving

I can use a change of direction and change of speed to move into space and receive a pass

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Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. Move: leading your movement with the shoulders and turning the hips quickly will speed up the dodge.
  2. Move: a sprinting movement on to the ball or transfer of weight will help to lose an opponent.
  3. Think: looking for where the ball and your opponent is will ensure you maintain an awareness of space.
  4. Feel: knowing when to move for a pass comes from a sense of timing.
  5. Connect: using hand signals, strong movements and eye contact will let teammates know you are ready for the pass.

Keywords

  • Dodge - an attacking movement using a quick change of direction at speed and into space to receive the ball

  • Shoulder pass - a fast and long pass typically performed one handed

  • Overhead pass - a two handed pass thrown from above the head to outwit a player marking the ball

Common misconception

A dodge from a static position is a good place to showcase a dodge in isolation.

In game play, it is encouraged to be active and on the toes and thinking about a prelim movement before a change of direction or speed can be executed therefore encouraging this in early drills is advised.


To help you plan your year 10 physical education lesson on: Dodging, passing and receiving, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...

The lesson focuses on dodging and pass variety, however the final 'line ball' game is ideal for moderation to showcase the use of attacking movements and the defender being able to mark the player and the ball.
Teacher tip

Equipment

netballs (1 between 4), ideally 1 court space, 20+ cones, 16+ bibs

Content guidance

  • Risk assessment required - physical activity

Supervision

Adult supervision required

Licence

This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2025), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).

Prior knowledge starter quiz

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4 Questions

Q1.
Which technique allows a player to rotate on one foot?
Correct answer: pivot
2 foot landing
glide
Q2.
Which movements in netball are easier to defend?
Correct answer: sideways
speed change
feint
Q3.
Which component of fitness will ensure the footwork rule is not broken?
hop
drag
Correct answer: balance
Q4.
Which is the correct outcome for breaking the footwork rule?
penalty pass
Correct answer: free pass
shot

Assessment exit quiz

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4 Questions

Q1.
Which pass is more suitable for a longer distance?
chest
overhead
Correct answer: shoulder
Q2.
Which body part is dropped to perform a feint dodge?
Correct answer: shoulder
knee
ankle
Q3.
What is the shape created by the thumbs and forefingers on the back of a netball before an overhead and chest pass?
Correct Answer: W
Q4.
Which is a type of communication to let a teammate know they are ready for a pass?
shout
Correct answer: hand signal
look down