Teamwork & Tactics
•Year 5
•Flag Football
•Distributed before warm-up, spare belts available courtside
Alternative: Coloured bibs tucked into waistbands
Stored in equipment bag at centre of area
Alternative: Soft-touch rugby balls or foam footballs
Used for pitch markings and assessment zones
Alternative: Marker discs or sports spots
One set per team for clear identification
Alternative: Different coloured flag belts for team identification
Positioned for clear view of defensive actions
Alternative: Smartphone with good camera
A defensive strategy where each defender is assigned to guard a specific opponent
A defensive strategy where defenders are responsible for a specific area of the pitch
The imaginary line where the play begins, separating offensive and defensive teams
An attempt by the offensive team to advance the ball forward
When the defending team catches a pass intended for the attacking team
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Spatial awareness and geometry in zone coverage, counting downs and scoring systems, data collection from game statistics
Forces and motion in defensive movements, reaction times and anticipation, biomechanics of efficient movement
Spatial concepts and area coverage, mapping defensive zones, understanding territories and boundaries
Teamwork and collaboration, leadership skills, decision-making under pressure, respect and fair play
Move between groups during practice, central position during game play for optimal supervision
Defensive positioning, communication quality, tactical decision-making, and safety awareness
Step in for safety concerns, provide tactical guidance during natural breaks, encourage positive communication
Use students to demonstrate concepts, show clear contrasts between systems, model positive coaching language
Sports hall or outdoor area minimum 30m x 20m with clear run-off zones
Even, non-slip surface free from debris, appropriate footwear for surface type
Stop play immediately for any injury, first aid kit accessible, emergency contact procedures known
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