Strategic Play & Team Dynamics
•Year 4
•Basketball
•Check inflation levels before lesson begins
Alternative: Size 5 footballs or playground balls if basketballs unavailable
Place at varying distances and angles from basketball hoops
Alternative: Hoops, bean bags, or chalk marks on court
Ensure hoops are secure and at appropriate height
Alternative: Netball posts, football goals, or target areas on walls
Different colour for each defending team
Alternative: Different coloured clothing or arm bands
A moment when a player is in a good position to attempt a shot at the basket
Gaining possession of the ball after a missed shot
Having control of the ball as a team
When a team has possession and moves toward scoring
When the opposing team tries to regain possession
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Counting successful passes and shots, calculating team scores, measuring distances between shooting positions
Understanding forces in ball flight, trajectory and angles for shooting, energy transfer in passing and dribbling
Teamwork and cooperation under pressure, resilience when facing challenges, supporting and encouraging others
Move constantly between groups to observe and support all students, position at corners for maximum court visibility
Watch for skill combination, teamwork development, fair play, and safety throughout lesson
Step in when students struggle with skill combination, need tactical guidance, or require safety reminders
Use live examples from student play whenever possible, demonstrate key points clearly with exaggerated movements for visibility
Basketball court or playground area minimum 20m x 15m with clear boundaries
Ensure court surface is dry, even, and free from hazards or obstacles
Stop activity immediately if injury occurs, assess situation, provide appropriate first aid, seek additional support if needed
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