Footwork and ball handling
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can receive the ball from a range of angles in open and closed play, and adhere to the footwork rule.
Key learning points
- Move: receiving the ball with correct footwork requires balance when jumping and landing.
- Think: knowing which is the landing foot at the time of receiving a ball is essential to not break the footwork rule.
- Feel: running confidently and positively on an angle shows determination and effort.
- Connect: receiving and sending the ball within 3 seconds requires an awareness of where the ball/players are on court.
Keywords
Footwork rule - the landing foot can not drag, hop, jump or reground when the ball has been received
Pivoting - a movement technique that allows a player to rotate on one foot while keeping the other foot grounded
Two feet landing - catching the ball and landing with both feet simultaneously. Either foot can then be the landing foot
Turning in the air - where a player catches the ball while airborne and rotates their body mid-air to adjust their position before landing
Common misconception
A player has to pivot as part of footwork to create space after landing when the ball has been caught.
Although a pivot may be needed to create space and is permitted, it is better to turn in the air when reveiving the ball so landing is the right position for the next pass.
Teacher tip
The lesson focusses on footwork and ball handling, however the possession games are ideal for moderation to showcase the listed skills in challenging and conditioned practices.
Equipment
netballs (1 between 6), ideally 2 court space, 30+ cones, 21+ bibs
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Which foot cannot move when a pass has been received in a game?
Q2.Which of the following positions will be permitted to shoot in a game?
Q3.How many players in a team can enter the attacking circle?
Q4.How many players in your team are allowed in all 3 thirds during a game?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.If we land with both feet at the same time what is this called?
Q2.How many seconds can a player hold the ball for in a game?
Q3.According to the footwork rule, which of the following can the landing foot not do?
Q4.Which is the correct description for a turn in the air?
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