Hockey
•Year 4
•6 Lessons
This unit introduces Year 4 students to the fundamental techniques of hockey through a carefully sequenced progression from individual ball mastery to competitive team application. The pedagogical approach emphasises technical precision with the flat side of the stick whilst building tactical awareness for invasion games. By connecting each skill to real game scenarios, students develop both confidence and competence in this challenging stick-and-ball sport.
6 lessons in this unit
Lesson 1
Big Question:
How can I use the flat side of my hockey stick to control and move the ball like a professional player?
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Lesson 2
Big Question:
How can I use close control and shielding to keep possession of the ball when under pressure?
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Lesson 3
Big Question:
How can I use different parts of my stick to control and pass the ball accurately to help my team succeed?
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Lesson 4
Big Question:
How can we use different types of passes to keep possession and create scoring opportunities in hockey?
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Lesson 5
Big Question:
How can mastering the jab tackle give us an advantage in hockey games?
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Lesson 6
Big Question:
How can we use all our hockey skills to compete fairly and effectively in a tournament whilst demonstrating the school games values?
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