Lesson 6 - Game Application & Assessment
Individual to Team Strategy
•Year 5
•Basketball
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How can I use all my basketball skills together to contribute effectively to my team's success?
Learning Objectives
- Apply dribbling, passing and shooting skills with correct technique in competitive game situations
- Demonstrate understanding of attacking and defending principles during basketball games
- Show self-motivation and physical confidence while actively engaging in competitive situations
Key Outcomes
- Students will successfully apply all basketball skills in small-sided games
- Students will demonstrate tactical awareness through effective communication and positioning
- Students will show resilience and confidence when participating in competitive scenarios
Equipment & Resources Required
Distributed around court perimeter, properly inflated
Alternative: Size 5 footballs, netballs for modified games
Sorted by colour for easy team identification
Alternative: Coloured bands, different coloured t-shirts
Positioned as target areas for scoring games
Alternative: Large cones, marked circles on ground
Court boundaries and assessment positioning
Alternative: Markers, spots, rope boundaries
For assessment evidence and feedback
Alternative: Phone camera, video recorder
Key Vocabulary
Illegal move where a player dribbles, stops, then dribbles again
Moving more than one step while holding the ball without dribbling
Creating space, moving the ball quickly, and finding scoring opportunities
Marking opponents, intercepting passes, and protecting your goal area
The ability to encourage yourself and maintain effort without external pressure
Skill Progression Pathway
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Prior Learning
- Individual basketball skills (dribbling, passing, shooting)
- Basic understanding of basketball rules
- Experience in small group activities
Current Skills
- Application of skills in competitive game situations
- Tactical awareness and communication
- Self-motivation and confidence in competition
Next Steps
- Advanced basketball tactics and strategies
- Leadership roles in team sports
- Analysis and improvement of team performance
Milestone Indicators
Key Teaching Points
- Emphasise skill application under competitive pressure rather than just technique practice
- Use referee system to develop understanding and maintain fair play throughout
- Build confidence through progressive game formats from 2v2 to full rules
- Capture assessment evidence through filming during natural game play
- Focus on self-motivation and resilience as key learning outcomes
- Connect learning to community opportunities for continued participation
- Celebrate school games values consistently throughout competitive activities
Common Misconceptions
- Competition means winning at all costs - emphasise fair play and effort over results
- Only skilled players can be confident - show that effort and improvement build confidence
- Rules are restrictions - explain rules enable fair and enjoyable games for everyone
- Individual skills don't matter in team games - demonstrate how personal skills contribute to team success
- Assessment is about being judged - present as opportunity to celebrate learning and progress
SEN Adaptations
ADHD
- Shorter game periods, clear defined roles, regular position changes, immediate feedback and encouragement
dyspraxia
- Larger, softer balls, simplified rules initially, extra practice time, reduced complexity in movements
autism spectrum
- Clear structure with visual schedule, defined roles and responsibilities, quiet zones available, predictable rotation system
visual impairment
- Use brightly coloured balls, verbal description of court layout, buddy system for navigation, clear audio cues for boundaries
hearing impairment
- Visual demonstrations of all rules, hand signals for referee decisions, written instruction cards, vibrating whistle alternatives
physical disability
- Modified rules allowing extra dribbles, seated passing games, larger targets, reduced court size options
Cross-Curricular Links
Maths
Calculating tournament scores, measuring court dimensions, timing rotations and game periods
Science
Understanding forces in ball movement, body systems during exercise, reaction times in competition
Geography
Spatial awareness on court, understanding positions and formations, mapping movement patterns
PSHE
Teamwork and cooperation, resilience in competition, leadership through referee roles, celebrating diversity of abilities
Teacher Guidance
Positioning
Mobile between courts during tournament, central position for instructions and demonstrations
Observation Focus
Look for skill application under pressure, self-motivation during challenges, confidence in competitive situations
Intervention Points
Step in if rules consistently broken, unsafe play occurs, or students become overly frustrated
Demonstration Notes
Use filmed examples from lesson to provide immediate feedback, demonstrate rules clearly when needed, model positive competitive behaviour
Verbal Cues
- •'Keep your head up while dribbling!'
- •'Great teamwork - you're communicating well!'
- •'Show me that determination - bounce back!'
- •'Referees, help your teammates understand the rules!'
Safety Considerations
Space & Surface Requirements
Space Requirements
Full playground/hall space for 2 basketball courts, minimum 40m x 30m
Surface Check
Dry, even surface free from hazards, no wet or slippery areas
Equipment Safety
Safety Checks
- •Basketballs properly inflated and checked for damage
- •Cones positioned away from playing areas when not in use
- •Hoops stable and secure
- •Camera/filming equipment kept safely aside
Risk Management
Key Risks
- •Collisions between players during competitive games
- •Falls or slips during quick direction changes
- •Ball impacts from enthusiastic play
- •Overexertion during extended tournament play
Risk Mitigation
- •Clear court boundaries established and maintained
- •Adequate spacing between multiple courts
- •Regular monitoring for fatigue levels
- •Progressive build-up through small-sided games first
- •Referee system to maintain fair and safe play
Supervision & Emergency Procedures
Supervision Points
- •Position for visibility of both courts during tournament
- •Monitor high-activity areas near goals/targets
- •Watch for signs of fatigue or overexertion
- •Ensure referee teams are engaged and effective
Emergency Procedures
Stop play immediately, assess situation, provide appropriate first aid support, contact office if needed