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This unit develops Year 5 students from basic stick handling to sophisticated team play through a carefully scaffolded approach that builds both technical proficiency and tactical understanding. The emphasis is on developing confident ball control under increasing pressure whilst fostering collaborative play and strategic thinking. Through progressive challenges, students learn to apply individual skills within team contexts, preparing them for more complex invasion game scenarios.

Lessons in This Unit

6 lessons in this unit

Lesson 1

Stick Handling and Basic Dribbling
1h 7min

Big Question:

How can I control the ball effectively while being aware of everything happening around me?

Key Objectives:

  • • Develop correct stick grip and basic ball handling skills
  • • Master straight and loose dribbling techniques with head up

Lesson 2

Indian Dribble and Push Pass
1h

Big Question:

How can we use the Indian dribble and push pass to maintain possession and create attacking opportunities in hockey?

Key Objectives:

  • • To develop proficiency in the Indian dribble technique for changing direction
  • • To execute accurate push passes with correct technique and timing

Lesson 3

Jab Tackle and Pass Under Pressure
1h

Big Question:

How can we time defensive tackles perfectly while maintaining possession under pressure?

Key Objectives:

  • • To execute a jab tackle with correct timing and technique
  • • To pass accurately and move effectively under pressure

Lesson 4

Advanced Dribbling Skills
45 min

Big Question:

How can we use different dribbling techniques and partnership skills to outwit defenders in hockey?

Key Objectives:

  • • To work effectively with a partner to get past a defender using various attacking strategies
  • • To develop and apply a range of advanced dribbling techniques including straight, loose and Indian dribbling

Lesson 5

Formation Play and Wing Strategy
1h

Big Question:

How can we use formation and positioning to create scoring opportunities while maintaining defensive structure?

Key Objectives:

  • • Develop skills in different playing positions within a hockey formation
  • • Support teammates through effective communication and positioning

Lesson 6

Tournament Skills & Play
1h

Big Question:

How can we apply our hockey skills effectively in competitive game situations while demonstrating fair play?

Key Objectives:

  • • Apply hockey skills effectively in competitive game situations
  • • Demonstrate understanding of hockey rules and fair play