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Lesson 6 - Level 1 Tournament Application

Team Attack & Movement

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Year 4

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Netball

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Big Question

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

Posts

2 sets (4 posts total)

Position at opposite ends of playing area, regulation height if possible

Alternative: Cones with hoops, basketball hoops at lower height

Netball

4-6 balls

Check inflation levels, have spare balls available

Alternative: Size 4 footballs, basketball

Coloured Bibs

16 bibs (4 different colours)

4 bibs per team, ensure clear colour differentiation

Alternative: Coloured bands, team shirts

Cones

12 cones

Mark court boundaries and centre third lines

Alternative: Markers, chalk lines

Score Sheets

1 per game

Include team names, scores, and points awarded

Alternative: Whiteboard, tablet for recording

Stopwatch

For timing game periods and breaks

Alternative: Phone timer, wall clock

Key Vocabulary

Tournament

A competition where teams play multiple games against different opponents

Round Robin

A tournament format where every team plays every other team once

Transition

The moment when possession changes from one team to another

Shooting Opportunity

A moment when a team is in a good position to attempt a goal

Footwork Rule

The netball rule about how many steps you can take with the ball

Collaboration

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

Consistent accurate passing under pressure

Quick transition between attack and defence

Effective team communication

Understanding of tactical decisions

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