Lesson 6 - Combining Sending and Receiving Skills
Foundation Hand-Ball Control and Tactical Awareness
•Year 1
•Ball Skills
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How can we work together to keep control of the ball and stop our opponents from taking it?
Learning Objectives
- To combine sending and receiving skills to maintain possession of the ball
- To understand the concept of possession and its importance in ball games
- To develop accuracy and control when passing and stopping the ball with hands
Key Outcomes
- Students will demonstrate controlled sending and receiving of balls using their hands
- Students will work cooperatively to maintain possession against a defender
- Students will understand when and why to keep possession of the ball
Equipment & Resources Required
Store in central basket for easy collection
Alternative: Bean bags, foam balls, tennis balls
Set up gates 2 metres apart around activity area
Alternative: Marker spots, bean bags as markers
Different colour for defenders to identify roles clearly
Alternative: Coloured bands, different coloured t-shirts
Key Vocabulary
Having control of the ball in your team
Sending the ball exactly where you want it to go
The player trying to stop the other team from keeping the ball
The place or person you are aiming for
Keeping the ball under your command
Skill Progression Pathway
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Prior Learning
- Basic throwing and catching skills from Unit 1
- Understanding of personal space and boundaries
- Simple ball control with hands
Current Skills
- Combining sending and receiving in game situations
- Understanding possession and its tactical importance
- Accurate passing under pressure
Next Steps
- Applying possession skills in larger team games
- Introduction to more complex ball skills
- Understanding different types of passes
Milestone Indicators
Key Teaching Points
- Possession means having control of the ball for your team
- Accurate passing requires aiming for your partner's hands
- Receivers must show ready hands as a clear target
- Defenders play an important role and deserve praise too
- Step forward when throwing for more control
- Watch the ball all the way into your hands when catching
- Communication helps teams keep possession better
Common Misconceptions
- Students think throwing harder means more accurate - emphasise control over power
- Believing only the passers matter - highlight importance of good defending
- Thinking possession is about keeping the ball forever - explain it's about controlled sharing
- Assuming they can't improve if they miss catches - focus on effort and practice
- Believing it's okay to use whole body to defend - emphasise hands-only rule
SEN Adaptations
ADHD
- Shorter activity bursts with movement breaks, clear and simple instructions, positive behaviour focus
dyspraxia
- Larger, lighter balls initially, simplified movements, extra practice time, step-by-step skill breakdown
autism spectrum
- Clear visual schedule of lesson structure, consistent routines, quiet spaces available if needed
visual impairment
- Use brightly coloured balls and cones, provide verbal descriptions of demonstrations, use tactile cues for positioning
hearing impairment
- Clear visual demonstrations, hand signals for key instructions, buddy system for communication
physical disability
- Seated throwing and catching versions, adapted ball sizes, modified distances, rolling instead of throwing
Cross-Curricular Links
English
Learning new vocabulary (possession, accuracy, defender), following and giving instructions
Maths
Counting successful passes, measuring distances between cones, understanding concepts of more/less when scoring
Science
Forces when throwing and catching balls, understanding how our muscles work together
PSHE
Teamwork and cooperation, resilience when facing challenges, celebrating others' success
Teacher Guidance
Positioning
Central position during instruction, circulate between groups during practice, return to central for whole-class teaching
Observation Focus
Watch for possession understanding, passing accuracy, defensive engagement, teamwork development
Intervention Points
["Step in if groups not rotating roles fairly", "Support students struggling with possession concept", "Adjust challenge level based on group ability"]
Demonstration Notes
Always demonstrate at child height, use exaggerated movements for clarity, involve students in demonstrations when safe
Verbal Cues
- •'Gentle passes to your partner's hands!'
- •'Piggy, use your hands to stop the ball!'
- •'Make your hands a target!'
- •'Keep possession - don't let them get it!'
Safety Considerations
Space & Surface Requirements
Space Requirements
Minimum hall size 15m x 10m, outdoor playground suitable if dry
Surface Check
Non-slip surface, clear of obstacles, adequate boundary markings
Equipment Safety
Safety Checks
- •Check all balls are soft play balls, not too inflated
- •Ensure cones have no sharp edges or cracks
- •Verify bibs are clean and appropriate size
Risk Management
Key Risks
- •Collisions between groups during vigourous play
- •Balls causing slips if dropped on floor
- •Overexcitement leading to harder throws
Risk Mitigation
- •Clear boundaries between group areas
- •Emphasis on controlled, gentle passes throughout
- •Regular reminders about safe play
- •Teacher positioning for maximum visibility
Supervision & Emergency Procedures
Supervision Points
- •Position centrally to observe all groups
- •Move between groups regularly during games
- •Monitor physical exertion levels, especially of defenders
Emergency Procedures
Stop activity immediately, assess injury, apply first aid as needed, contact office if required