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Lesson 6 - Basketball Tournament Application

Attack & Defence Tactics

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Year 5

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Basketball

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Big Question

How can we apply all our basketball skills in competitive games while being fair and supportive teammates?

Learning Objectives

Apply refined passing, dribbling and shooting skills in competitive tournament games
Demonstrate understanding of attacking and defensive tactics in game situations
Officiate games fairly and manage team responsibilities effectively

Key Outcomes

Students will successfully apply basketball skills in tournament matches
Students will switch fluidly between attacking and defending roles
Students will demonstrate leadership through officiating and team management

Equipment & Resources Required

Basketball

7 balls (1 per court plus spares)

One ball per game court, extras at side for quick replacement

Alternative: Size 5 footballs if basketballs unavailable

Basketball Courts

3 courts (for 6 teams)

Courts should be 15m x 10m minimum with clear boundaries

Alternative: Marked areas with cones if no proper courts

Basketball Hoops

6 hoops (2 per court)

Hoops at appropriate height (2.5-3m) or use adjustable equipment

Alternative: Netball posts, large cones, or wall targets

Coloured Bibs

30 bibs (5 different colours, 6 of each)

Each team needs distinct colour, referee should wear different colour

Alternative: Different coloured bands or t-shirts

Scorecards

3 scoreboards (1 per court)

Clear, visible scoring system for each game

Alternative: Clipboards with paper and pencils

Whistles

3 whistles (1 per referee)

Different tone whistles to avoid confusion between courts

Alternative: Voice commands if whistles unavailable

Score Sheets

1 master sheet displayed

Large, clear display showing all games and current scores

Alternative: Whiteboard with fixture details

Key Vocabulary

Tournament

A competition where teams play multiple games against each other

Round Robin

Every team plays against every other team once

Officiating

Being the referee and making fair decisions during games

Tactical Awareness

Understanding when to use different strategies in attacking and defending

Possession

When your team has control of the ball

Skill Progression Pathway

Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going

Prior Learning

Students can pass, dribble and shoot with reasonable accuracy
Students understand basic attacking and defending concepts
Students know the fundamental rules of basketball

Current Skills

Applying skills under tournament pressure
Making tactical decisions in game situations
Taking responsibility for officiating and team management

Next Steps

Developing more complex team strategies
Leading basketball sessions for younger students
Applying tactical knowledge to other invasion games

Milestone Indicators

Consistent skill application under pressure

Independent game management

Fair and confident officiating decisions

Key Teaching Points

Emphasise application of all learned skills in competitive situations
Promote fair play and excellent sportsmanship throughout tournament
Develop officiating skills alongside playing abilities
Celebrate tactical understanding and decision-making under pressure
Connect learning to broader invasion game concepts
Build confidence through positive competition experience
Recognise effort and improvement over absolute performance

Common Misconceptions

Tournament success only measured by winning games - correct by celebrating skill development
Referees should call every minor infringement - teach game flow and major rule focus
Individual brilliance more important than team play - emphasise collective success
Only scoring players contribute to team success - recognise all roles and contributions
Competitive games mean aggressive play - maintain emphasis on skill and fair play

SEN Adaptations

ADHD

Clear roles and responsibilities, frequent positive feedback, movement breaks between games, simplified officiating rules

dyspraxia

Larger balls for better grip, simplified movement patterns, extra practice time, supportive team placement

autism spectrum

Clear tournament structure displayed visually, predictable routine for game changes, quiet spaces available if needed

visual impairment

Use brightly coloured balls, verbal cues for positioning, buddy system during games, audio signals for game timing

hearing impairment

Visual referee signals, clear hand gestures, written tournament fixtures and results, visual timing displays

physical disability

Wheelchair basketball adaptations, seated officiating roles, modified court sizes, alternative scoring methods

Cross-Curricular Links

English

Communication skills during games, following and explaining rules clearly, teamwork vocabulary

Maths

Tournament scoring systems, calculating points and averages, time management during games

Science

Understanding forces in ball movements, physics of shooting trajectories, body systems during exercise

PSHE

Leadership roles, managing conflict fairly, resilience in competitive situations, celebrating others' success

Teacher Guidance

Positioning

Central position between courts for maximum visibility, rotate to provide specific feedback

Observation Focus

Tactical application, skill execution under pressure, officiating quality, team dynamics

Intervention Points

Step in for safety concerns, support struggling referees, provide tactical reminders

Demonstration Notes

Use live game examples to highlight excellent tactical play, point out good officiating decisions as they happen

Verbal Cues

•'Look for space before you pass!'
•'Great decision-making under pressure!'
•'Excellent fair play and sportsmanship!'
•'Remember to communicate with your teammates!'

Safety Considerations

Space & Surface Requirements

Space Requirements

3 basketball courts minimum 15m x 10m each, clear of obstacles

Surface Check

Non-slip surface, checked for debris, adequate grip for quick movements

Equipment Safety

Safety Checks

•Basketballs properly inflated and checked for damage
•Hoops securely fixed with no loose parts
•Whistles clean and functioning properly

Risk Management

Key Risks

•Collisions between players during competitive games
•Contact during rebounding and defending
•Overexertion during tournament play
•Disputes during officiating requiring calm management

Risk Mitigation

•Clear court boundaries with adequate space between courts
•Emphasis on non-contact play and fair officiating
•Regular breaks between games for hydration
•Teacher supervision of all courts with calm dispute resolution

Supervision & Emergency Procedures

Supervision Points

•Position for visibility of all three courts simultaneously
•Monitor officiating quality and provide support when needed
•Watch for signs of fatigue or overexertion during tournament

Emergency Procedures

Stop all games immediately, assess situation, provide appropriate first aid, ensure other students remain calm and supervised