Lesson 6 - Level 1 Tournament Application
Team Attack & Movement
•Year 4
•Netball
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How can we apply our netball skills and understanding in competitive tournament play?
Learning Objectives
- To apply passing and moving skills in competitive game situations
- To demonstrate understanding of attack and defence transitions
- To work collaboratively as a team in tournament format
Key Outcomes
- Students will successfully combine passing and moving to create shooting opportunities
- Students will demonstrate correct footwork rules during competitive play
- Students will show respect and cooperation throughout tournament games
Equipment & Resources Required
Position at opposite ends of playing area, regulation height if possible
Alternative: Cones with hoops, basketball hoops at lower height
Check inflation levels, have spare balls available
Alternative: Size 4 footballs, basketball
4 bibs per team, ensure clear colour differentiation
Alternative: Coloured bands, team shirts
Mark court boundaries and centre third lines
Alternative: Markers, chalk lines
Include team names, scores, and points awarded
Alternative: Whiteboard, tablet for recording
For timing game periods and breaks
Alternative: Phone timer, wall clock
Key Vocabulary
A competition where teams play multiple games against different opponents
A tournament format where every team plays every other team once
The moment when possession changes from one team to another
A moment when a team is in a good position to attempt a goal
The netball rule about how many steps you can take with the ball
Working together effectively as a team to achieve a common goal
Skill Progression Pathway
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Prior Learning
- Basic passing techniques (chest pass, bounce pass)
- Understanding of netball court positions
- Basic footwork rules
- Concept of attack and defence
Current Skills
- Applying skills under competitive pressure
- Team coordination and communication
- Game management and rule application
- Transition between attack and defence
Next Steps
- Advanced tactical awareness
- Position-specific skills development
- Leadership and officiating skills
- Inter-school competition preparation
Milestone Indicators
Key Teaching Points
- Emphasise skill application over winning at all costs
- Promote excellent sportsmanship and fair play throughout
- Encourage quick transitions between attack and defence
- Support team communication and collaborative decision-making
- Celebrate effort, improvement, and positive values
- Apply rules consistently while allowing student self-management
- Provide tactical coaching tips between games rather than during play
Common Misconceptions
- Believing only winning teams were successful - address by celebrating skills and sportsmanship
- Thinking footwork rules don't apply in competitive games - reinforce that rules are always important
- Assuming only attackers need to move - emphasise movement in both attack and defence
- Believing tournament play should be completely student-led without guidance - provide coaching support between games
- Thinking that mistakes in games mean failure - frame errors as learning opportunities
- Assuming stronger teams should always win - highlight that teamwork and tactics can overcome individual skill differences
SEN Adaptations
ADHD
- Shorter game periods with more frequent breaks, clear role definition, regular positive reinforcement
dyspraxia
- Simplified court markings, extra practice time for skills, allow extended time for position changes
autism spectrum
- Provide clear tournament schedule, allow quiet break spaces, use visual aids for rule explanations
visual impairment
- Use brightly coloured balls and bibs, provide verbal descriptions of court layout, assign sighted buddy for guidance
hearing impairment
- Use visual signals for game starts/stops, ensure clear sight lines for lip reading, provide written game instructions
physical disability
- Adapt court size for wheelchair users, allow seated play where appropriate, modify shooting heights as needed
Cross-Curricular Links
English
Communication skills during games, explaining tactics and strategies, reflection and evaluation vocabulary
Maths
Tournament scoring systems, calculating points totals, time management of game periods, statistics of team performance
Science
Understanding of teamwork and cooperation, physical effects of competition, decision-making under pressure
Computing
Recording scores and results, creating tournament brackets, analysis of team performance data
PSHE
Teamwork and collaboration, handling competition and pressure, respect for others, perseverance and resilience
Teacher Guidance
Positioning
Central location to observe multiple courts, moving between games to provide coaching support
Observation Focus
Monitor skill application, teamwork, fair play, and safety throughout tournament
Intervention Points
Step in for rule clarification, safety concerns, or to provide tactical coaching tips
Demonstration Notes
Use brief demonstrations between games to reinforce key skills or tactical points
Verbal Cues
- •'Pass and move!'
- •'Look for space!'
- •'Quick transition!'
- •'Support your teammate!'
- •'Well played both teams!'
Safety Considerations
Space & Surface Requirements
Space Requirements
Full netball court or equivalent space (30m x 15m minimum), with additional space around courts for multiple games
Surface Check
Even, non-slip surface free from hazards, suitable for running and quick direction changes
Equipment Safety
Safety Checks
- •Netball posts securely fixed and stable
- •Balls properly inflated and in good condition
- •Court boundaries clearly marked with safe, visible cones
- •Bibs in good condition without tears or loose parts
Risk Management
Key Risks
- •Collisions between players during competitive games
- •Falls due to quick direction changes
- •Contact injuries from contested possession
- •Fatigue from multiple games
Risk Mitigation
- •Clear court boundaries to prevent collisions between games
- •Adequate rest periods between matches
- •Emphasise controlled physical contact only
- •Monitor student fatigue levels throughout tournament
- •Ensure adequate space around posts for safe shooting
Supervision & Emergency Procedures
Supervision Points
- •Position to observe all courts simultaneously
- •Circulate between games to monitor play intensity
- •Watch for signs of fatigue or frustration
- •Ensure fair play and rule compliance
Emergency Procedures
Stop all games immediately if injury occurs, assess situation, apply appropriate first aid, contact school medical support if needed