Lesson 5 - Shooting Technique and Application
Progressive Skill Integration
•Year 3
•Basketball
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How can we use shooting technique and teamwork to create successful scoring opportunities in basketball?
Learning Objectives
- To understand and apply correct shooting technique in basketball
- To create shooting opportunities through effective passing, moving and dribbling
- To understand when and where to shoot from on the court
Key Outcomes
- Students will demonstrate correct shooting technique with consistent form
- Students will successfully combine passing, moving and dribbling to create scoring opportunities
- Students will understand positioning for rebounds and support play
Equipment & Resources Required
Pre-positioned around the court perimeter
Alternative: Size 3 footballs, playground balls
Various heights available for differentiation
Alternative: Large hoops, target zones marked with cones
For marking shooting positions and court boundaries
Alternative: Markers, spots
For 3v3 games - 5 of each colour
Alternative: Coloured bands, team markers
Key Vocabulary
A shooting technique performed with both feet on the ground
The correct form for shooting: ball under control, palm under ball, fingers pointing up
Catching the ball after a missed shot
The basket or target area we aim for when shooting
When our team has possession and is trying to score
The non-shooting hand that guides and balances the ball
Skill Progression Pathway
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Prior Learning
- Basic passing techniques (chest pass, bounce pass)
- Dribbling with control using preferred hand
- Moving with and without the ball
- Understanding of attacking and defending concepts
Current Skills
- Set shot shooting technique
- Creating shooting opportunities through combination play
- Positioning for rebounds
- Applying shooting in game situations
Next Steps
- Shooting on the move
- Advanced shooting techniques (jump shot)
- Complex team tactics and strategies
- Competitive game play with official rules
Milestone Indicators
Key Teaching Points
- Shooting hand palm goes under the ball with fingers pointing upward
- Support hand is placed at the side of the ball, not behind it
- Balanced stance with feet shoulder-width apart and knees slightly bent
- Smooth motion: bend knees, then straighten while pushing ball towards target
- Follow through with fingers pointing down towards the floor
- Keep eyes focused on the target throughout the shooting motion
- Create shooting opportunities through teamwork and good positioning
Common Misconceptions
- Using both hands to push the ball (correct: shooting hand pushes, support hand guides)
- Throwing the ball hard (correct: controlled push with proper technique)
- Shooting from any position (correct: select good shooting opportunities)
- Looking at the ball while shooting (correct: keep eyes on target)
- Shooting immediately upon receiving ball (correct: get balanced and controlled first)
SEN Adaptations
ADHD
- Shorter activity segments, clear boundaries, regular positive feedback
dyspraxia
- Larger targets, slower pace, extra practice time, simplified technique focus
autism spectrum
- Clear routine structure, visual schedule of activities, quiet space available if needed
visual impairment
- Use brightly coloured balls, audio cues for shooting direction, buddy system for guidance
hearing impairment
- Clear visual demonstrations, hand signals for instructions, written technique reminders
physical disability
- Adapted shooting heights, seated shooting options, modified rules for mobility
Cross-Curricular Links
English
Technical vocabulary, following and giving instructions, discussion and evaluation
Maths
Measuring shooting distances, calculating shooting percentages, angles of shooting trajectory
Science
Forces involved in shooting (push, gravity), trajectory and parabolic motion
PSHE
Teamwork, resilience when shots don't succeed, supporting others, fair play
Teacher Guidance
Positioning
Move between groups during activities, position to see all students during demonstrations
Observation Focus
Watch for correct shooting technique, positive teamwork, and appropriate challenge levels
Intervention Points
Step in when students struggle with technique, when defensive pressure becomes excessive, or when cooperation breaks down
Demonstration Notes
Use clear, exaggerated movements for shooting technique. Include students in demonstrations to show variety and maintain engagement.
Verbal Cues
- •'Hand under the ball!'
- •'Bend those knees!'
- •'Follow through with fingers!'
- •'Great teamwork!'
- •'Good shooting opportunity!'
Safety Considerations
Space & Surface Requirements
Space Requirements
Minimum 15m x 25m indoor space or outdoor court with basketball hoops
Surface Check
Dry, even surface free from obstacles and hazards
Equipment Safety
Safety Checks
- •Check basketballs are properly inflated and undamaged
- •Ensure basketball hoops are securely mounted
- •Check cones have no sharp edges or damage
Risk Management
Key Risks
- •Ball strikes from poor shooting technique
- •Collisions while moving towards baskets
- •Falls when attempting rebounds
- •Contact during defensive activities
Risk Mitigation
- •Clear boundaries established around each playing area
- •Adequate spacing between shooting areas
- •Progressive skill building from individual to group work
- •Emphasis on controlled movements and proper technique
- •Clear instructions about appropriate defensive pressure
Supervision & Emergency Procedures
Supervision Points
- •Position for maximum visibility of all playing areas
- •Monitor defensive contact levels during games
- •Watch for fatigue affecting technique and safety
- •Ensure fair play and appropriate challenge levels
Emergency Procedures
Stop activity immediately, assess situation, provide appropriate first aid, complete accident report if required