Confidence Through Skill Progression
•Year 3
•Dodgeball
•15 cones per court to mark clear boundaries for two playing areas
Alternative: Markers, chalk lines, rope boundaries
Use 3 balls per game - different colours if available for easy identification
Alternative: Foam balls, tennis balls for modified games
Pre-prepared with team names and match schedule for efficient recording
Alternative: Whiteboard, tablet app, student scorekeepers
Clear team identification essential for tournament organisation
Alternative: Coloured bands, house colours, numbered bibs
A series of games where teams compete against each other to find a winner
Playing honestly and following rules even when no one is watching
A ball that has been thrown and hasn't touched the ground or another object
Showing respect for opponents and playing with good character
The organised structure showing which teams play against each other
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Communication skills in team discussions, vocabulary development with tournament terms
Tournament scoring systems, calculating points totals, time management with 5-minute games
Understanding body responses to competitive exercise, heart rate changes during competition
Character development, teamwork, resilience under pressure, respect for others
Central position between two courts for optimal visibility of all games and behaviour
Monitor rule compliance, character development, and competitive behaviour balance
Step in immediately for safety issues, guide character moments, support struggling teams
Model positive sportsmanship, demonstrate rules clearly, show enthusiasm for character development
Minimum two courts 15m x 8m each, clear of obstacles, 3m safety margin around courts
Dry, even surface free from hazards, appropriate for running and quick direction changes
Stop play immediately if injury occurs, assess need for first aid, follow school emergency protocols
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