Game Intelligence Training
•Year 4
•Dodgeball
•Equal numbers of balls on each side of court at start
Alternative: Foam balls, bean bags
Mark two courts clearly with centre line and boundaries
Alternative: Chalk lines, tape
Each team wears same colour for easy identification
Alternative: Coloured bands, team cards
One whistle per refereeing team
Alternative: Hand signals only
Place in corners for final assessment activity
Alternative: Coloured mats, chalk circles
For recording feedback and assessment evidence
Alternative: Notebook for written observations
Planned strategies used by teams to gain advantage during games
Passion, self-belief, respect, honesty, determination and teamwork
A series of competitive games between multiple teams
The person who ensures rules are followed and makes fair decisions
Thinking about performance to identify strengths and areas for improvement
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Vocabulary development through evaluation discussions, verbal feedback skills, listening to peer assessments
Tournament scoring, game statistics, time management during rotations, calculating win percentages
Understanding forces in throwing and catching, reaction times in dodging, energy systems during tournament play
Spatial awareness and positioning, understanding tournament formats used globally
Teamwork and leadership, managing competitive emotions, respect for others, honesty and fair play
Position centrally between two courts to observe both games simultaneously, move to specific courts when detailed observation needed
Watch for tactical decision-making, school games values demonstration, rule understanding, and refereeing quality
Step in if rules being ignored, safety compromised, or negative behaviour affecting tournament atmosphere
During games, point out specific examples of good tactical decisions, school games values, and fair refereeing to reinforce learning
Large sports hall or outdoor area, minimum 20m x 30m for two courts
Even, non-slip surface free from obstacles and hazards
Stop play immediately for any injury, assess situation, apply appropriate first aid, ensure other students remain calm and controlled
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