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Lesson 1 - Jump Shot Technique and Application

Skills & Game Strategies

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Year 5

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Handball

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45 min

Big Question

How can mastering the jump shot technique give us a tactical advantage in handball games?

Learning Objectives

Attempt a jump shot using correct three-step technique
Apply jump shot skills in game situations with increasing accuracy
Demonstrate understanding of when to use jump shots tactically

Key Outcomes

Students will perform jump shots with coordinated leg and arm movements
Students will successfully apply jump shots in small-sided games
Students will explain tactical advantages of jump shots over static shooting

Equipment & Resources Required

Handballs

1 per student (30)

Pre-positioned around court perimeter for easy collection

Alternative: Size 1 footballs, netballs for younger students

Goals

6-8 goals or target areas

Spaced around hall perimeter to avoid ball interference

Alternative: Marked areas on walls, cones creating goal spaces

Cones

20-30 cones

For court boundaries, D-zones, and target areas

Alternative: Markers, spots, or tape lines

Bibs

15 bibs (3 colours)

For team identification and game organisation

Alternative: Coloured bands, team identifiers

Key Vocabulary

Jump Shot

A shooting technique where the player jumps with both feet off the ground before releasing the ball

Three-Step Rule

Maximum of three steps allowed while holding the ball before passing, shooting, or dribbling

Explosive Power

The ability to generate maximum force quickly, particularly in the take-off phase

D-Zone

The semi-circular area in front of the goal where only goalkeepers are allowed

Trajectory

The curved path the ball follows through the air towards the goal

Skill Progression Pathway

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

Prior Learning

Basic handball passing and catching
Understanding of three-step rule
Basic shooting from stationary position
Awareness of court boundaries and basic rules

Current Skills

Three-step approach for jump shot
Coordinated jumping and throwing action
Tactical decision-making for shot selection
Application in game scenarios

Next Steps

Advanced jump shot variations (side jump, reverse jump)
Combination plays involving jump shots
Defence against jump shots
Fast break jump shots

Milestone Indicators

Consistent three-step rhythm

Both feet leaving ground before ball release

Accurate shots from 6-8 metres

Successful game application

Key Teaching Points

Three-step approach rhythm is fundamental to jump shot success
Ball must be released before feet touch ground to avoid violation
Explosive third step creates height advantage for shooting
Jump shots allow shooting over defenders and from better angles
Coordination of jumping and throwing requires significant practice
Game application helps students understand tactical advantages
Safety in landing technique prevents injury and maintains rules

Common Misconceptions

More than three steps is allowed if you're dribbling (clarify: three steps maximum while holding ball)
Jump shots are just for show (explain: tactical advantages of height and angle)
Landing with the ball is acceptable (emphasise: rule violation and safety concern)
Power is more important than technique (prioritise: accuracy and consistency over force)
Jump shots work from any distance (teach: appropriate range and positioning)

SEN Adaptations

ADHD

Shorter activity segments, frequent position changes, clear boundaries and expectations, movement breaks incorporated

dyspraxia

Slower progression through skills, more repetition time, simplified movement patterns initially, larger equipment options

autism spectrum

Clear routine structure, visual schedule of lesson sections, quiet space available if overwhelmed, consistent language and cues

visual impairment

Use bright coloured balls and goals, verbal descriptions of all movements, tactile guidance for hand positioning, audio signals for timing

hearing impairment

Clear visual demonstrations, written instruction cards, hand signals for game management, visual cues for timing

physical disability

Seated shooting versions, modified jump shots with single foot take-off, adjusted goal heights, alternative throwing techniques

Cross-Curricular Links

English

Technical vocabulary development, giving clear instructions, descriptive language for technique

Maths

Counting three steps, measuring shooting distances, angles of ball trajectory, calculating game scores

Science

Forces in jumping and throwing, trajectory and gravity effects, energy transfer from body to ball

PSHE

Teamwork and cooperation, resilience when learning difficult skills, fair play and respect for opponents

Teacher Guidance

Positioning

Move between groups during practice, central position for demonstrations, edge of game area for maximum visibility

Observation Focus

Three-step rhythm consistency, coordination of jump and throw, tactical decision-making in games

Intervention Points

Step in if technique becomes unsafe, provide additional support for struggling students, challenge advanced learners

Demonstration Notes

Demonstrate: Exaggerate three-step rhythm for clarity, show both correct and common error examples, use students as positive examples when appropriate

Verbal Cues

•'Step, step, JUMP!'
•'Release before landing!'
•'Use the height advantage!'
•'Watch for space!'

Safety Considerations

Space & Surface Requirements

Space Requirements

Minimum 20m x 15m hall space with 3m clear zones around shooting areas

Surface Check

Non-slip surface free from water or debris, appropriate for jumping and landing

Equipment Safety

Safety Checks

•Handballs properly inflated and in good condition
•Goals securely positioned with no sharp edges
•Cones placed to avoid tripping hazards
•Adequate space between practice areas

Risk Management

Key Risks

•Collisions during ball tag and game activities
•Poor landing technique from jump shots
•Ball strikes to head or body
•Overstretching during cool-down

Risk Mitigation

•Clear boundaries and safety rules established
•Proper landing technique emphasised throughout
•Controlled throwing power appropriate for space
•Adequate spacing between all activities
•Progressive skill building from simple to complex

Supervision & Emergency Procedures

Supervision Points

•Position for maximum visibility of all groups
•Monitor jump shot landing technique closely
•Watch for collision risks during games
•Ensure appropriate challenge levels maintained

Emergency Procedures

Stop activity immediately for any injury, assess situation, provide appropriate first aid, record incident according to school policy