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Lesson 5 - Dribbling & Team Attack

Ball Skills & Team Play

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Year 2

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Invasion Games

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45 min

Big Question

How can we work together as a team to attack the goal using basketball skills?

Learning Objectives

To develop basketball style dribbling technique with control
To combine bouncing and passing skills in game situations
To play collaboratively as a team to attack a goal

Key Outcomes

Students will demonstrate improved basketball dribbling technique
Students will successfully link dribbling with passing in game play
Students will show effective teamwork when attacking goals

Equipment & Resources Required

Balls

1 per student (30)

Distributed around activity area perimeter

Alternative: Size 3 footballs, playground balls

Cones

Mark out playing areas and goal zones

Alternative: Markers, bean bags

Goals

One per playing area for scoring

Alternative: Buckets, marked circles on ground

Bibs

15 (3 colours)

For team identification in games

Alternative: Coloured bands, team markers

Key Vocabulary

Dribbling

Bouncing the ball continuously while moving around the space

Attack

Moving forward as a team to try to score points

Defend

Trying to stop the other team from scoring

Bounce Pass

Passing the ball by bouncing it once before it reaches your teammate

Control

Keeping the ball close to your body while dribbling

Skill Progression Pathway

Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going

Prior Learning

Basic ball handling and catching skills from Lesson 4
Understanding of simple game rules and fair play
Experience working in small groups

Current Skills

Basketball style dribbling with control
Linking dribbling with passing skills
Collaborative team attacking play

Next Steps

More complex dribbling patterns and combinations
Introducing defensive strategies and positioning
Advanced passing techniques in game situations

Milestone Indicators

Can dribble continuously while moving

Shows good ball control under pressure

Demonstrates understanding of team attacking principles

Key Teaching Points

Dribbling technique uses fingertips, not palms, for better ball control
Keep ball close to body when dribbling to maintain control and protection
Look up when dribbling to see teammates and space, not down at the ball
Teamwork requires communication, patience, and shared decision-making
Attacking play is most effective when players work together rather than individually
Defensive positioning means being between attacker and goal without physical contact
Skills learned in practice should be applied and adapted in game situations

Common Misconceptions

Students think slapping the ball with palm is correct dribbling - correct with fingertip control demonstration
Belief that fastest player always wins - emphasise control and teamwork over speed
Misconception that you must always dribble - teach when to pass versus when to dribble
Thinking that defending means grabbing or tackling - teach positioning and interception instead
Assumption that games are only about winning - reinforce skill development and fair play focus

SEN Adaptations

ADHD

Break activities into shorter segments, provide clear boundaries and structure, use movement as positive outlet

dyspraxia

Offer larger equipment, reduce complexity of movements initially, provide extra practice time and demonstrations

autism spectrum

Provide clear routine structure, offer quiet zones for breaks, use visual schedules for activity transitions

visual impairment

Use bright coloured balls with audible elements, provide verbal descriptions of all activities, implement buddy system for guidance

hearing impairment

Use visual demonstrations and hand signals, provide written instruction cards, ensure clear sightlines to teacher

physical disability

Offer seated dribbling variations, use larger balls for easier handling, modify distances and playing areas as needed

Cross-Curricular Links

English

Following verbal instructions, describing techniques, team communication, vocabulary development

Science

Understanding forces when bouncing balls, effect of surface on ball bounce, body systems during exercise

PSHE

Teamwork and collaboration, resilience when eliminated, fair play and sportsmanship, leadership skills

Teacher Guidance

Positioning

Stand at corner of space for visibility of all students and activities, move between groups during team games

Observation Focus

Watch for correct dribbling technique, spatial awareness, and cooperative behaviour in team activities

Intervention Points

Step in if students show unsafe play, incorrect technique, or need support with teamwork

Demonstration Notes

Always demonstrate key skills clearly - show contrast between correct and incorrect technique. Use students as positive examples when appropriate.

Verbal Cues

•'Fingertips not palms!'
•'Keep the ball close to your body!'
•'Look up, not down at the ball!'
•'Work together as a team!'

Safety Considerations

Space & Surface Requirements

Space Requirements

Large indoor hall minimum 20m x 15m, or outdoor hard court area

Surface Check

Non-slip, even surface free from obstacles and hazards

Equipment Safety

Safety Checks

•Check all balls are properly inflated and bounce appropriately
•Ensure cones have no sharp edges or cracks
•Verify hoops or targets are securely positioned

Risk Management

Key Risks

•Collisions between students during movement activities
•Slips and falls on smooth surfaces
•Ball strikes to face or body
•Overcrowding in playing areas

Risk Mitigation

•Clear boundaries established for all activities
•No-contact rules strictly enforced during games
•Adequate spacing between students and groups
•Progressive skill building from individual to team activities

Supervision & Emergency Procedures

Supervision Points

•Position for maximum visibility of all playing areas
•Monitor high-activity areas like King of the Ring games
•Move between groups during team games to ensure rule compliance

Emergency Procedures

Stop all activity immediately, assess situation, provide appropriate first aid or support, contact school emergency procedures if required