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Lesson 3 - Passing and Moving Towards Goal

Introduction to Netball Skills and Team Play

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Year 3

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Netball

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Big Question

How can smart passing and moving help your team keep possession and score goals?

Learning Objectives

To develop passing skills using bounce, chest and shoulder passes
To understand how to move into space to help the team
To apply the footwork rule when moving with the ball

Key Outcomes

Students will demonstrate three different types of netball passes with increasing accuracy
Students will show tactical awareness by moving into space to receive passes
Students will apply the footwork rule in game-like situations

Equipment & Resources Required

Cones

Used for marking distances and boundaries

Alternative: Markers, chalk lines

Hoops

Scattered around teaching area as goals

Alternative: Targets, buckets, marked circles

Netball

15 (1 per pair plus spares)

Check correct inflation before lesson

Alternative: Size 4 footballs, playground balls

Team bibs

For identifying defenders in games

Alternative: Different coloured shirts, armbands

Key Vocabulary

Bounce pass

A pass where the ball is pushed to the floor to bounce once before reaching your team mate

Chest pass

A direct pass from chest height using both hands for shorter distances

Shoulder pass

A one-handed pass from shoulder height used for longer distances

Footwork rule

Once you catch the ball, you cannot move your landing foot - you can only pivot on it

Pivot

Turning on the spot using your landing foot as an anchor point

Space

An empty area on the court where you can move to receive a pass safely

Skill Progression Pathway

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

Prior Learning

Basic throwing and catching with two hands
Understanding of personal space
Simple ball handling skills

Current Skills

Three types of netball passes (bounce, chest, shoulder)
Moving into space without the ball
Basic footwork rule application
Communication with team mates

Next Steps

Advanced passing under pressure
Defending skills and interception
More complex footwork and pivoting
Small-sided games with positions

Milestone Indicators

Consistent catching with both hands

Stepping forward when passing

Looking before passing

Using correct pass for distance

Key Teaching Points

Step forward when passing to generate power and accuracy
Choose the right pass for the distance - bounce (short), chest (medium), shoulder (long)
Apply footwork rule consistently - pivot on landing foot, don't travel
Communicate clearly with team mates before passing
Move into space away from defenders to help your team
Catch with two hands using wide fingers for better control
Look before you pass to ensure your team mate is ready

Common Misconceptions

Thinking you can run with the ball like in other sports - correct with footwork rule emphasis
Believing harder passes are always better - teach control and appropriate force
Assuming all passes should go to same height - demonstrate different pass trajectories
Thinking defenders shouldn't return the ball - explain fair play rules
Believing catching is just about hands - teach whole body positioning
Assuming space means anywhere - teach strategic space relative to team mates and defenders

SEN Adaptations

ADHD

Shorter activity segments, clear boundaries marked, regular movement breaks, immediate positive feedback

dyspraxia

Larger balls initially, reduced throwing distances, extra practice time, simplified movement patterns

autism spectrum

Clear visual schedule of activities, predictable routines, quiet zones available, advance warning of activity changes

visual impairment

Use bright coloured balls, verbal cues for direction, buddy system for movement, audio signals for activity changes

hearing impairment

Visual demonstrations emphasised, hand signals for instructions, written activity cards, ensure eye contact before speaking

physical disability

Seated passing variations, modified distances, lightweight balls, adapted catching techniques using equipment

Cross-Curricular Links

Maths

Counting consecutive passes, measuring distances between partners, angles of passes and movement

Science

Forces applied to ball during different passes, trajectory and bounce physics, reaction times

Geography

Directions and compass points for movement, spatial awareness and mapping court positions

PSHE

Teamwork and communication, resilience when intercepted, managing competitive emotions

Teacher Guidance

Positioning

Move around perimeter to observe all pairs, position centrally during demonstrations

Observation Focus

Watch for correct passing technique, footwork rule application, and safe play

Intervention Points

Step in when students struggling with technique, safety concerns arise, or conflict between students

Demonstration Notes

Use exaggerated movements for visibility, demonstrate common mistakes as well as correct technique, involve confident students in demonstrations

Verbal Cues

•'Step forward when you pass!'
•'Look before you throw!'
•'Find a space away from others!'
•'Remember - pivot don't travel!'

Safety Considerations

Space & Surface Requirements

Space Requirements

Minimum 20m x 30m clear area, ideally netball court or gymnasium

Surface Check

Dry, even surface free from obstacles, non-slip flooring

Equipment Safety

Safety Checks

•Check netballs are correctly inflated and in good condition
•Ensure cones have no sharp edges or cracks
•Hoops placed safely away from walls and corners
•Team bands fit properly without being too tight

Risk Management

Key Risks

•Ball strikes to head or body
•Collisions between students during movement
•Slips and falls on court surface
•Finger injuries from poor catching technique

Risk Mitigation

•Clear boundaries established with cones
•Adequate spacing between pairs during all activities
•Progressive skill building from static to dynamic
•Emphasis on looking before passing
•Controlled introduction of pressure/defenders

Supervision & Emergency Procedures

Supervision Points

•Position for maximum visibility of all students
•Monitor high-activity areas during defender games
•Watch for signs of fatigue or frustration
•Ensure defenders play within rules

Emergency Procedures

Stop activity immediately, assess situation, provide appropriate first aid or seek additional support as needed