Ball Handling Basics Unit | The PE Dept

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Ball Handling Basics

Invasion Games

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Year 1

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6 Lessons

This unit introduces Year 1 students to fundamental invasion game concepts through varied ball handling experiences across multiple sports contexts. The focus is on building basic control skills with different equipment whilst developing an understanding of moving safely in shared space and making simple decisions to help their team. Through progression from individual control to basic partner work, students establish the foundational skills needed for future invasion game learning.

Lessons in This Unit

6 lessons in this unit

Lesson 1

Bounce Pass & Ready Position

Big Question:

How can we use bounce passes to help our team keep the ball and score?

Key Objectives:

• To develop bounce pass technique with accuracy
• To understand when and why to use bounce passes in games

Lesson 2

Dodging and Changing Direction

Big Question:

How can I use clever dodges and direction changes to keep myself safe and free during games?

Key Objectives:

• To develop confident and competent direction changes
• To move safely in limited spaces whilst aware of others

Lesson 3

Moving and Controlling with Sticks

Big Question:

How can we use sticks safely to control and move balls while attacking and defending?

Key Objectives:

• Apply attacking and defending skills in invasion games
• Move and turn under control with a stick and ball using correct technique

Lesson 4

Ball Bouncing and Control Skills

Big Question:

How can I keep a ball under control while moving and make smart choices to avoid being caught?

Key Objectives:

• To develop bouncing and dribbling skills with hands using proper technique
• To understand basic attacking and defending principles in invasion games

Lesson 5

Push Pass & Receive Hockey

Big Question:

How can we help our teammates by moving into space and sending the ball accurately?

Key Objectives:

• To develop push passing technique with a unihoc stick
• To learn how to receive a hockey ball with soft hands

Lesson 6

Dribbling and Ball Control

Big Question:

How can we keep control of the ball while moving and protect it from opponents?

Key Objectives:

• To develop ball control skills using feet with consistent technique
• To learn how to trap and stop a moving ball effectively