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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.

Lessons in This Unit

6 lessons in this unit

Lesson 1

Dribbling and Ball Control
45 min

Big Question:

How can I use the flat side of my hockey stick to control and move the ball like a professional player?

Key Objectives:

  • • To develop confidence in dribbling a hockey ball using correct technique
  • • To learn how to stop and control a ball effectively with a hockey stick

Lesson 2

Dribbling & Close Control
1h

Big Question:

How can I use close control and shielding to keep possession of the ball when under pressure?

Key Objectives:

  • • Develop advanced dribbling technique including Indian dribble
  • • Demonstrate effective shielding using body position

Lesson 3

Push Passing and Ball Control
1h

Big Question:

How can I use different parts of my stick to control and pass the ball accurately to help my team succeed?

Key Objectives:

  • • To develop accurate push passing technique using the flat side of the stick
  • • To improve ball control skills when receiving passes from different angles

Lesson 4

Passing and Receiving on the Move
45 min

Big Question:

How can we use different types of passes to keep possession and create scoring opportunities in hockey?

Key Objectives:

  • • To develop passing technique using push passes and slap passes
  • • To improve receiving skills whilst moving and under pressure

Lesson 5

Jab Tackle and Game Application
1h

Big Question:

How can mastering the jab tackle give us an advantage in hockey games?

Key Objectives:

  • • To perform a jab tackle with correct technique and timing
  • • To apply advantage rule understanding in game situations

Lesson 6

Tournament & Team Play
1h

Big Question:

How can we use all our hockey skills to compete fairly and effectively in a tournament whilst demonstrating the school games values?

Key Objectives:

  • • To apply hockey skills effectively in competitive tournament situations
  • • To work cooperatively as part of a team whilst demonstrating school games values