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Lesson 6 - Competition and Match Play

Tactics & Ball Control

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Year 2

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Invasion Games

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Big Question

How can we use all our skills together to compete successfully in a team?

Learning Objectives

To apply attacking and defending skills in competitive match situations
To demonstrate team play and cooperation during competition
To consolidate goalkeeping, intercepting, and tactical skills learned throughout the unit

Key Outcomes

Students will successfully apply multiple skills in game situations
Students will demonstrate improved teamwork and tactical understanding
Students will show resilience and sportsmanship during competition

Equipment & Resources Required

Balls

6-8 balls

Spare balls positioned around playing area

Alternative: Bean bags, tennis balls

Cones

4 hoops per area

3 cones in each goal area as targets

Alternative: Skittles, plastic bottles

Coloured Bibs

4 sets of different colours

Organised in team colour groups

Alternative: Coloured bands, team markers

Pencils

1 per team

For students to track their team scores

Alternative: Clipboards, whiteboard

First Aid Kit

Easily accessible courtside position

Alternative: Basic medical supplies

Key Vocabulary

Competition

Organised contests between teams to determine winners

Round-robin

A competition format where each team plays every other team once

Tactics

Planned methods used to achieve success in games

Sportsmanship

Fair and respectful behaviour during competition

Tournament

A series of contests leading to an overall winner

Skill Progression Pathway

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

Prior Learning

Basic throwing and catching techniques
Understanding of attacking and defending concepts
Simple goalkeeping positioning and movements

Current Skills

Application of skills in competitive situations
Team tactics and cooperation
Match play strategies and decision making

Next Steps

Advanced tactical play in invasion games
Leadership roles in team activities
Complex game strategies and formations

Milestone Indicators

Consistent skill application under pressure

Effective communication during games

Demonstration of fair play and sportsmanship

Key Teaching Points

Emphasise skill application over winning throughout the tournament
Ensure all students understand the round-robin format and points system clearly
Maintain focus on team cooperation and inclusion during competitive play
Use competitive pressure as opportunity to consolidate learned skills
Model and expect excellent sportsmanship from all participants
Provide regular encouragement and specific skill feedback during games
Connect tournament performance back to skills practiced in previous lessons

Common Misconceptions

Students thinking winning is more important than applying skills correctly - emphasise process over outcome
Belief that competition means abandoning teamwork - reinforce cooperation importance
Assumption that goalkeepers can leave their area to help attack - consistently enforce position rules
Thinking they can run with the ball under pressure - maintain throwing and catching only rule
Misconception that louder teams perform better - teach that communication should be clear, not loud

SEN Adaptations

ADHD

Shorter game periods, clear role definitions, regular positive feedback, movement breaks between games

dyspraxia

Larger, lighter balls, reduced playing area size, extra practice time before tournament, simplified rule structure

autism spectrum

Clear routine and structure, visual tournament schedule, quiet area available for breaks, predictable game format

visual impairment

Use brightly coloured balls and equipment, provide verbal descriptions of game action, assign sighted buddy for guidance

hearing impairment

Use visual signals and demonstrations, written rule cards available, ensure good positioning to see teacher instructions

physical disability

Adapted playing positions, modified throwing distances, wheelchair-accessible playing areas with designated channels

Cross-Curricular Links

English

Team communication, following complex instructions, reporting on game performance and tactics

Maths

Scorekeeping and points calculation, counting goals and tournament statistics, time management during matches

Science

Understanding body responses during exercise, effects of competition on heart rate and breathing

PSHE

Teamwork and cooperation, handling competition pressure, developing resilience and good sportsmanship

Teacher Guidance

Positioning

Central location allowing observation of all playing areas with ability to move quickly between games

Observation Focus

Monitor skill application under pressure, team cooperation, and competitive behaviour

Intervention Points

Step in for rule clarifications, safety concerns, or emotional support during competition

Demonstration Notes

Model excellent sportsmanship, provide tactical coaching during natural breaks, celebrate effort over results

Verbal Cues

•'Great passing - keep the ball moving!'
•'Excellent defending - watch the ball!'
•'Well done for encouraging your teammates!'
•'Remember the rules - no running with the ball!'

Safety Considerations

Space & Surface Requirements

Space Requirements

Large hall or outdoor area minimum 30m x 20m for multiple concurrent games

Surface Check

Non-slip surface, clear of obstacles, appropriate markings visible

Equipment Safety

Safety Checks

•Soft balls appropriate for age group
•Cones stable and not sharp-edged
•Bibs clean and appropriately sized

Risk Management

Key Risks

•Collisions during competitive play
•Emotional stress from competitive pressure
•Overexertion during tournament format
•Ball strikes from throws

Risk Mitigation

•Clear boundaries and rules enforced consistently
•Regular breaks between games
•Emphasis on controlled throwing techniques
•Teacher supervision of all games simultaneously

Supervision & Emergency Procedures

Supervision Points

•Position to observe multiple games
•Monitor for fatigue and emotional responses
•Intervene quickly in rule disputes

Emergency Procedures

Stop all games immediately, assess situation, provide appropriate first aid, contact emergency services if required