Lesson 3 - Combining Dribbling, Passing and Receiving
Building Teamwork Through Ball Control and Possession
•Year 2
•Ball Skills
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How can we work together to keep possession of the ball and prevent defenders from winning it back?
Learning Objectives
- Combine dribbling, passing and receiving skills to maintain possession
- Understand when, where and why to pass or dribble the ball
- Develop accurate passing technique using chest pass method
Key Outcomes
- Students will demonstrate controlled dribbling while moving around space
- Students will execute accurate chest passes to maintain possession
- Students will work cooperatively with partners to keep the ball away from defenders
Equipment & Resources Required
Distributed around perimeter of activity area
Alternative: Size 3 basketballs for easier handling, playground balls as backup
Scattered throughout playing area as standing positions
Alternative: Poly spots, hoops, or chalk circles
Placed strategically to represent defender positions
Alternative: Different coloured poly spots or rope circles
To identify partnerships clearly
Alternative: Bands or coloured markers
Key Vocabulary
Bouncing the ball repeatedly with control while moving
A two-handed pass from chest level directly to a partner
Keeping control of the ball within your team
The hands or area where a pass should be aimed
Empty areas on the court where players can move safely
Skill Progression Pathway
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Prior Learning
- Basic ball handling and control skills
- Simple chest pass technique from previous lessons
- Understanding of personal space and movement
Current Skills
- Combining multiple ball skills in sequence
- Strategic thinking about possession
- Partner cooperation in game situations
Next Steps
- Introducing defensive pressure in game situations
- More complex passing patterns
- Small-sided competitive games with possession focus
Milestone Indicators
Key Teaching Points
- Chest pass technique: step forward, push from chest, follow through with thumbs down
- Dribbling control: use fingertips, keep ball at waist height, eyes up for awareness
- Ready position: hands out creating target, knees bent, weight on balls of feet
- Spatial awareness: look for empty spaces, avoid defenders, move continuously
- Communication: call for the ball, warn of dangers, encourage partner
Common Misconceptions
- Throwing the ball hard instead of controlled pushing in chest pass - correct with step and push technique
- Dribbling too high or losing control - emphasise fingertip control and appropriate height
- Standing still after passing - encourage immediate movement to new position
- Not creating proper target when receiving - demonstrate clear hand positioning
- Focusing only on the ball rather than surroundings - remind to look up regularly
SEN Adaptations
ADHD
- Use shorter activity segments, provide clear boundaries, frequent positive feedback, movement breaks between static activities
dyspraxia
- Use larger, softer balls, break skills into smaller steps, provide extra practice time, reduce complexity of movements
autism spectrum
- Provide clear routine structure, use visual schedule of activities, offer quiet space if overwhelmed, consistent partner arrangements
visual impairment
- Use brightly coloured balls and equipment, provide verbal descriptions of spatial layout, assign sighted partner for guidance
hearing impairment
- Use visual signals and demonstrations, ensure face-to-face communication, provide written instruction cards
physical disability
- Allow seated passing practice, use lighter balls, modify distances as needed, provide stability support if required
Cross-Curricular Links
English
Following instructions, using positional language (around, through, between), communication with partners
Science
Forces applied in chest passing, gravity effects on ball bounce, reaction time in catching
PSHE
Cooperation and teamwork, fair play, supporting partners, managing emotions in challenging activities
Teacher Guidance
Positioning
Move around the outside of activity area to observe all pairs, position centrally for demonstrations
Observation Focus
Watch for correct chest pass technique, ball control during dribbling, partner cooperation and communication
Intervention Points
Step in if students struggling with technique, unsafe play developing, or rules not being followed
Demonstration Notes
Use exaggerated movements for clarity, involve students in demonstrations, repeat key techniques multiple times
Verbal Cues
- •'Soft hands, strong target!'
- •'Step and push!'
- •'Look before you pass!'
- •'Keep it close!'
Safety Considerations
Space & Surface Requirements
Space Requirements
Minimum 15m x 20m clear space, indoor hall or outdoor hard court
Surface Check
Even, dry surface free from obstacles and tripping hazards
Equipment Safety
Safety Checks
- •Check basketballs properly inflated
- •Ensure cones have no sharp edges or cracks
- •Confirm markers are stable and visible
Risk Management
Key Risks
- •Ball-to-face contact
- •Collisions between students
- •Tripping over equipment
- •Overstretching when reaching for balls
Risk Mitigation
- •Emphasise controlled passes rather than hard throws
- •Establish clear boundaries and movement patterns
- •Ensure adequate spacing between pairs during activities
- •Regular reminders about spatial awareness
Supervision & Emergency Procedures
Supervision Points
- •Position to observe all pairs simultaneously
- •Move around perimeter to check technique
- •Monitor equipment placement and student spacing
Emergency Procedures
Stop all activity immediately, assess situation, provide appropriate first aid if needed, alert senior staff if required