Racket Mastery Basics
•Year 2
•Net and Wall
•Pre-distributed around activity area perimeter for quick collection
Alternative: Bean bags, small foam balls for easier catching
Scattered throughout space for warm-up, then repositioned for activities
Alternative: Markers, hoops, or chalk circles
Available for students needing easier catching option
Alternative: Larger foam balls or beach balls
Standing with feet shoulder-width apart, knees bent, and body balanced to move quickly in any direction
Protecting your space by being ready to move and catch balls
The area you are responsible for protecting in net and wall games
Throwing the ball with arm swinging up from below, like bowling
The person who throws or drops the ball for their partner to catch
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Technical vocabulary development, following complex instructions, peer feedback and communication skills
Understanding of forces in throwing and catching, balance and stability, reaction times and nervous system response
Cooperation and teamwork skills, resilience when learning new skills, supporting others and celebrating improvement
Move around the activity space to provide individual feedback while maintaining overview of all students
Monitor ready position technique, catching success, movement quality, and tactical understanding development
Step in when students struggle with ready position technique, when throwing becomes unsafe, or when tactical concepts need clarification
Use exaggerated movements for ready position clarity. Demonstrate both correct and incorrect techniques for comparison. Show tactical concepts through positioned examples.
Minimum 15m x 20m indoor space or equivalent outdoor area
Dry, non-slip surface free from obstacles and hazards
Stop activity immediately, assess injury, provide appropriate first aid, involve additional support as needed
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