Lesson 3 - Passing Accuracy to Targets
Individual Control to Team Play
•Year 5
•Football
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How can I consistently pass the ball accurately to help my team keep possession?
Learning Objectives
- To pass the ball accurately to stationary and moving targets using correct technique
- To apply the four 'S's technique (Stop, Step, See, Send) consistently in practice
- To demonstrate good decision-making when choosing passing targets
Key Outcomes
- Students will execute accurate passes to stationary targets with control
- Students will begin to pass effectively to moving targets
- Students will understand and apply the four-step passing technique
Equipment & Resources Required
Distribute around perimeter of teaching area before lesson
Alternative: Size 3 footballs for better control, tennis balls for indoor practice
Use for boundaries, targets, and activity areas
Alternative: Markers, bean bags, or chalk lines
Required for possession games to distinguish teams
Alternative: Bibs, coloured t-shirts, or arm bands
Key Vocabulary
Stop, Step, See, Send - the four-step technique for accurate passing
Using the inside surface of the foot to pass the ball accurately
The person or area you are aiming to pass the ball to
When your team has control of the ball
To catch or stop a pass meant for the other team
Skill Progression Pathway
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Prior Learning
- Basic ball control with feet
- Simple stationary passing over short distances
- Understanding of basic football rules
Current Skills
- Four 'S's passing technique
- Accurate passing to stationary targets
- Beginning to pass to moving targets
- Decision-making in possession games
Next Steps
- Long-range passing with accuracy
- Advanced passing techniques (through balls, crosses)
- Complex possession games with tactical awareness
Milestone Indicators
Key Teaching Points
- The four S's technique must be practiced as a complete sequence for muscle memory development
- Accuracy is always more important than power - build accuracy first, then increase distance
- Communication between passer and receiver is essential for successful passing
- Passing to space ahead of moving players is more effective than passing directly to feet
- Maintain technique even under pressure - rushing leads to poor passing decisions
- Fair play and sportsmanship create better learning environment for everyone
- Progressive challenges build confidence while maintaining skill development focus
Common Misconceptions
- Students think power is more important than accuracy - emphasise control first
- Many believe you must always pass hard - teach them to match power to distance
- Some think the four S's slow them down - explain how good technique speeds up play
- Students often focus only on ball placement - stress importance of body position and follow through
- Common belief that you should always pass to closest player - teach spatial awareness and best option selection
SEN Adaptations
ADHD
- Break activities into shorter segments, provide clear boundaries and expectations, use positive reinforcement frequently, allow movement breaks
dyspraxia
- Use larger equipment for easier handling, provide additional practice time, break down four S's into individual components, offer physical guidance
autism spectrum
- Provide clear routines and structure, use visual schedules for activities, offer quiet spaces if needed, prepare for transitions
visual impairment
- Use brightly coloured balls and cones, provide verbal descriptions of all demonstrations, use buddy system for guidance and safety
hearing impairment
- Use clear visual demonstrations and hand signals, provide written instruction cards, ensure face-to-face communication for instructions
physical disability
- Adapt to seated or supported passing, use larger/softer balls for easier control, modify distances and rules as appropriate
Cross-Curricular Links
English
Following multi-step instructions, using specific vocabulary accurately, explaining techniques and tactics to others
Maths
Counting passes accurately, measuring distances in metres, calculating angles for passing direction
Science
Forces and motion in ball movement, understanding how power affects distance, friction between ball and surface
Geography
Spatial awareness and positioning, understanding directions and movement patterns, mapping playing areas
PSHE
Teamwork and cooperation, dealing with competition positively, communication skills, resilience when learning new skills
Teacher Guidance
Positioning
Move around perimeter of activities for optimal view of all students, position between groups during games
Observation Focus
Watch for correct four S's technique, safe movement patterns, positive interaction between students
Intervention Points
Step in if technique becomes unsafe, if competitive intensity becomes too high, or if students need additional support
Demonstration Notes
Use clear, exaggerated movements for technique demonstration, involve confident students to show examples, provide both correct and common mistake examples
Verbal Cues
- •'Remember your four S's!'
- •'Look for space!'
- •'Pass to feet or space?'
- •'Well done, accurate passing!'
Safety Considerations
Space & Surface Requirements
Space Requirements
Minimum 30m x 20m area, clear of obstacles and hazards
Surface Check
Dry, even grass or artificial surface free from holes or debris
Equipment Safety
Safety Checks
- •Check footballs are properly inflated and in good condition
- •Ensure cones have no sharp edges or cracks
- •Verify team bands are safe and appropriate size
Risk Management
Key Risks
- •Collisions between students during movement
- •Ball strikes to head or body
- •Slips and falls on playing surface
- •Overexertion during physical activity
Risk Mitigation
- •Clear boundaries and movement patterns established
- •Adequate spacing maintained between activities
- •Progressive skill building from static to dynamic
- •No tackling rules in possession games
- •Regular breaks and hydration opportunities
Supervision & Emergency Procedures
Supervision Points
- •Position for maximum visibility of all students
- •Monitor high-activity games closely
- •Check technique to prevent injury
- •Intervene quickly in competitive situations
Emergency Procedures
Stop activity immediately, assess injury, provide appropriate first aid, contact support if needed