Lesson 5 - Developing Passing and Shooting
Tactical Passing & Shooting
•Year 3
•Netball
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How can we work as a team to create the perfect shooting opportunity in netball?
Learning Objectives
- To develop accurate shooting technique using the BEEF method (Balance, Eyes, Elbow, Follow Through)
- To apply passing and moving skills to create effective shooting opportunities
- To understand the importance of rebounding and maintaining possession
Key Outcomes
- Students will demonstrate improved shooting accuracy using correct technique
- Students will work collaboratively to move the ball effectively up court
- Students will understand strategic positioning for shooting and rebounding
Equipment & Resources Required
Place in ball bag at side of court
Alternative: Size 4 basketballs, playground balls
Position at regulation height if possible
Alternative: Basketball hoops, tall cones with targets
Place at various distances from posts to mark shooting positions
Alternative: Spots, hoops, chalk marks
Ready for small-sided games
Alternative: Coloured bands, different coloured tops
For timing activities and transitions
Alternative: Smartphone timer, wall clock
Key Vocabulary
Shooting technique - Balance, Eyes, Elbow, Follow Through
The area from which players can score goals in netball
Catching the ball after a missed shot to maintain possession
The area of court where your team attempts to score
Having control of the ball
Skill Progression Pathway
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Prior Learning
- Basic catching and throwing techniques
- Understanding of passing in pairs
- Awareness of netball court areas
- Basic movement patterns and spatial awareness
Current Skills
- BEEF shooting technique development
- Passing and moving in combination
- Strategic positioning for rebounds
- Team attacking patterns
Next Steps
- Advanced shooting under pressure
- Complex team attacking plays
- Defending shooting areas
- Match play with official rules
Milestone Indicators
Key Teaching Points
- BEEF technique is fundamental to shooting success - emphasise each element equally
- Shooting accuracy comes from consistent technique, not power
- Rebounding extends attacking opportunities and maintains possession
- Teamwork in passing and positioning creates better shooting chances
- Strategic positioning is as important as shooting technique
- Practice and repetition improve muscle memory for BEEF sequence
- Game pressure tests technique - maintain BEEF even in competitive situations
Common Misconceptions
- Students think shooting harder will improve accuracy - correct with technique focus
- Belief that only tall players can shoot well - show technique beats height
- Assumption that missing shots means failure - emphasise learning process
- Thinking rebounding is only for unsuccessful shooters - show it's everyone's role
- Misconception that game skills don't need practice - connect practice to game success
SEN Adaptations
ADHD
- Shorter activity segments, clear boundaries marked, regular movement breaks, immediate feedback and praise
dyspraxia
- Larger balls initially, reduced complexity in BEEF sequence, extra practice time, break down movements into smaller steps
autism spectrum
- Clear routine structure, visual schedule of activities, quiet zones available, predictable activity transitions
visual impairment
- Use brightly coloured balls, provide verbal descriptions of court layout, buddy system for movement guidance, tactile markers for shooting positions
hearing impairment
- Use visual demonstrations extensively, hand signals for game rules, written instruction cards, ensure face-to-face communication
physical disability
- Seated shooting version from wheelchair, adapted balls (lighter/larger), modified court distances, focus on achievable targets
Cross-Curricular Links
Maths
Counting scores and shot attempts, measuring distances to shooting positions, calculating percentages of successful shots
Science
Understanding forces in shooting technique, trajectory and angles, body systems responding to exercise
Geography
Court positioning and spatial awareness, mapping movement patterns around court
PSHE
Teamwork and collaboration skills, resilience when missing shots, celebrating others' successes
Teacher Guidance
Positioning
Move between activities to observe technique, stand where all students visible, position near posts during shooting practice
Observation Focus
Watch for correct BEEF technique, monitor teamwork quality, check for safety in rebounding areas
Intervention Points
Step in if technique breaking down, support struggling students, reinforce safety rules
Demonstration Notes
Use exaggerated movements for BEEF technique, show both correct and incorrect examples, demonstrate from student viewing angle
Verbal Cues
- •'Remember your BEEF!'
- •'Set yourself before shooting!'
- •'Pass and move!'
- •'Ready for the rebound!'
Safety Considerations
Space & Surface Requirements
Space Requirements
Minimum 20m x 30m court area with netball posts, clear of obstacles
Surface Check
Dry, even surface free from hazards, check for loose equipment
Equipment Safety
Safety Checks
- •Check netballs are properly inflated and in good condition
- •Ensure netball posts are stable and properly positioned
- •Verify markers and cones have no sharp edges or damage
Risk Management
Key Risks
- •Collisions between students during rebounding
- •Strain from incorrect shooting technique
- •Slips and falls during quick movements
- •Ball strikes to head or body
Risk Mitigation
- •Enforce no-contact rules in games
- •Teach proper rebounding positioning
- •Progressive skill building from stationary to movement
- •Clear boundaries and adequate spacing between activities
Supervision & Emergency Procedures
Supervision Points
- •Position for maximum visibility of all activities
- •Monitor post areas during rebounding practice
- •Watch for fatigue in shooting technique
- •Ensure equal participation and safe interactions
Emergency Procedures
Stop activity immediately, assess injury/situation, provide appropriate first aid, contact office if needed