Lesson 8 - Taking a Ball Towards Goal
Ball Control & Team Tactics
•Year 2
•Invasion Games
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How can we work together to move the ball towards goal and score points whilst stopping the other team?
Learning Objectives
- To develop taking a ball towards goal in game situations
- To apply defending skills to win possession and prevent scoring
- To demonstrate fair play and sportsmanship throughout games
Key Outcomes
- Students will move confidently with a ball towards goal
- Students will defend effectively by staying close to opponents
- Students will demonstrate fair play and good sportsmanship
Equipment & Resources Required
Use for goals (pairs) and boundaries - store extras safely at side
Alternative: Markers, bean bags, or chalk circles
Medium-sized balls suitable for rolling and controlled throwing
Alternative: Footballs, tennis balls, or bean bags for sending/receiving
Ensure clear team identification - distribute before activities
Alternative: Coloured pinnards, strips of fabric, or different coloured tops
Key Vocabulary
When your team has the ball and is trying to score
When the other team has the ball and you try to stop them scoring
The target area where you score points
To win the ball when the other team is passing
An empty area away from other players
When your team has control of the ball
Skill Progression Pathway
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Prior Learning
- Basic sending and receiving skills
- Understanding of space and dodging
- Simple defending by staying close to opponents
Current Skills
- Moving with ball towards goal
- Tactical awareness in attack and defence
- Team cooperation in scoring situations
Next Steps
- Complex team attacking strategies
- Advanced defending techniques
- Small-sided invasion games with multiple goals
Milestone Indicators
Key Teaching Points
- Move the ball towards goal to make scoring easier
- Defenders should stay close to attackers to win the ball
- Work as a team by passing and supporting each other
- Show fair play and honesty throughout all games
- Use controlled movements to maintain ball possession
- Create space by moving away from defenders
- Restart games fairly after goals are scored
Common Misconceptions
- Thinking you can only score from where you start - encourage movement closer to goal
- Believing defenders must stay in goal area - they can choose to come out
- Assuming faster is always better - emphasise controlled movements
- Thinking individual skill is more important than teamwork - promote cooperation
- Believing winning is most important - focus on fair play and learning
SEN Adaptations
ADHD
- Clear boundaries and rules, frequent activity changes, positive reinforcement for good behaviour
dyspraxia
- Use larger equipment, reduce complexity of games initially, provide extra practice time
autism spectrum
- Provide clear game structure, visual schedule of activities, quiet zone available if overwhelmed
visual impairment
- Use brightly coloured balls and cones, provide verbal descriptions of game areas, assign sighted buddy
hearing impairment
- Use visual demonstrations, hand signals for starts/stops, written game rules if needed
physical disability
- Adapt goals to wheelchair height, use larger/lighter balls, modify movement requirements as needed
Cross-Curricular Links
English
Communication during games, listening to instructions, expressing ideas in reflection
Maths
Counting goals scored, measuring distances between goals, understanding time in games
Science
Understanding forces when sending balls, body systems during exercise, cause and effect in games
PSHE
Teamwork and cooperation, honesty and fair play, dealing with winning and losing
Teacher Guidance
Positioning
Move around teaching area to observe different games, position near centre for maximum visibility
Observation Focus
Watch for ball control, defensive positioning, team cooperation, and fair play behaviours
Intervention Points
Step in if rules are not followed, safety concerns arise, or students need tactical guidance
Demonstration Notes
Use students to demonstrate good examples, show tactical movements clearly, emphasise sportsmanship
Verbal Cues
- •'Move towards the goal!'
- •'Stay close to your opponent!'
- •'Help your teammate!'
- •'Fair play everyone!'
Safety Considerations
Space & Surface Requirements
Space Requirements
Minimum 30m x 20m for multiple games, clear of obstacles and hazards
Surface Check
Dry, even surface free from loose objects, adequate grip for movement and stopping
Equipment Safety
Safety Checks
- •Check balls are properly inflated and not damaged
- •Ensure cones have no sharp edges or cracks
- •Verify team bands are appropriate size and not torn
Risk Management
Key Risks
- •Collisions between students during games
- •Slips and falls when changing direction
- •Ball impacts during throwing/kicking activities
- •Overexertion during continuous games
Risk Mitigation
- •Clear boundaries and adequate space between games
- •Controlled ball power - rolling and gentle throwing only
- •Progressive skill building from static to dynamic
- •Regular water breaks and monitoring for fatigue
Supervision & Emergency Procedures
Supervision Points
- •Position to observe multiple games simultaneously
- •Monitor high-activity areas around goals
- •Watch for signs of overexertion or frustration
Emergency Procedures
Stop all activity immediately, assess situation, provide appropriate first aid, contact school procedures if needed