Tactics & Positional Play
•Year 4
•Netball
•Check inflation and distribute around activity areas
Alternative: Size 4 footballs, basketballs for variety
Use for partner positioning and scoring area boundaries
Alternative: Markers, bean bags for positioning
Distribute for team identification in games
Alternative: Coloured bands, team markers
Bringing the caught ball immediately to the chest to maintain control and prevent opponents from stealing
Using fingertips and thumbs to control the ball rather than catching with palms
Quickly grabbing a contested ball and securing it to the chest before opponents
Method of restarting play where the ball is thrown between two opposing players
Designated zone where teams must successfully catch the ball to score points
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Following instructions accurately, communication skills in team activities, vocabulary development for netball terms
Counting scores and game statistics, measuring distances for activity setup, angles and trajectory for ball flight
Forces in ball flight and catching, body mechanics in movement, reaction times and nervous system responses
Teamwork and collaboration, fair play and sporting behaviour, resilience when facing competitive challenges
Move around perimeter of activity area to observe all students, position centrally during demonstrations
Watch for correct hand positioning, immediate chest protection, safe competitive behaviour
Step in when technique breaks down under pressure, address unsafe physical contact immediately
Use slow-motion demonstrations for technique, normal speed for game applications, involve students in demonstrations where appropriate
Minimum 20m x 15m clear area, preferably indoor sports hall or outdoor hard court
Non-slip surface free from obstacles, proper drainage if outdoors
Stop all activity immediately if injury occurs, assess situation, provide appropriate first aid, contact school emergency procedures if required
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