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Lesson 4 - High Five Netball Game Application

Advanced Game Strategies

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Year 5

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Netball

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Big Question

How can we apply our netball skills to create scoring opportunities in a proper game situation?

Learning Objectives

To understand and apply the five positions in High Five Netball
To demonstrate effective passing, moving and shooting combinations
To officiate games fairly and understand rules application

Key Outcomes

Students will play High Five Netball applying correct positions and rules
Students will create and execute scoring opportunities through teamwork
Students will officiate games demonstrating understanding of fair play

Equipment & Resources Required

Netball

6-8 balls

Place balls around court perimeters for easy access

Alternative: Size 4 footballs if netballs unavailable

Posts

4 posts (2 per court)

Set up two courts side by side with adequate spacing

Alternative: Basketball hoops, football goals with height markers

Coloured Bibs

15 bibs (3 sets of 5 different colours)

Organise by position colours for easy identification

Alternative: Coloured cones for team identification

Cones

20 small cones

Mark court boundaries and centre circles clearly

Alternative: Markers or chalk for court boundaries

Whistles

3 whistles

One whistle per officiating team plus teacher

Alternative: Hand claps or verbal signals

Key Vocabulary

High Five Netball

A modified version of netball played with five players per team on a smaller court

BEEF Technique

Balance, Eyes, Elbow, Follow Through - the four key components of effective shooting

Rebound

Catching the ball after a missed shot to create another scoring opportunity

Officiate

To act as a referee or umpire, ensuring fair play and rule enforcement

Centre Pass

The way play is restarted after a goal or at the beginning of each quarter

Skill Progression Pathway

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

Prior Learning

Basic netball passing techniques (chest, bounce, shoulder)
BEEF shooting technique (Balance, Eyes, Elbow, Follow Through)
Footwork rules and pivoting
Basic attacking and defending principles

Current Skills

Understanding five High Five Netball positions
Game application of passing and moving combinations
Officiating and rule enforcement
Creating shooting opportunities in game situations

Next Steps

Advanced tactical play and team formations
Leadership roles in coaching and captaincy
Transition to seven-a-side netball
Competitive tournament play

Milestone Indicators

Students can explain each position's role and responsibilities

Teams create multiple shooting opportunities per game

Students officiate confidently with minimal teacher support

Smooth transitions between attacking and defending phases

Key Teaching Points

Emphasise the importance of position-specific roles in team success
Develop fair officiating skills alongside playing abilities
Create authentic game pressure while maintaining learning focus
Balance competitive play with inclusive participation
Use peer coaching to deepen understanding of skills and tactics
Celebrate both individual improvement and team achievements
Connect skills learned to broader life skills like leadership and resilience

Common Misconceptions

All positions can go anywhere on court - clarify position restrictions clearly
Physical contact is allowed in defence - emphasise no-contact rules
Only shooting positions need to know BEEF technique - all players benefit from good technique
Winning is the only measure of success - highlight improvement, effort, and sportsmanship
Officials just watch the game - explain active decision-making and communication needs

SEN Adaptations

ADHD

Shorter game periods, frequent role changes, clear activity boundaries with visual markers

dyspraxia

Slower introduction of position rules, larger target areas, extra time for skill application

autism spectrum

Clear team structures, predictable rotation system, quiet zones available between games

visual impairment

Use brightly coloured balls and bibs, clear verbal instructions for court areas, buddy system for positioning

hearing impairment

Visual officiating signals, clear hand gestures for positioning, written rule cards available

physical disability

Modified positions with increased court areas, seated shooting positions, adapted equipment if needed

Cross-Curricular Links

Maths

Scoring and statistics, angles for shooting, measuring court dimensions

Science

Forces in passing and shooting, balance and centre of gravity

Geography

Spatial awareness, mapping court positions and movements

PSHE

Teamwork, leadership, resilience, fair play and respect for others

Teacher Guidance

Positioning

Move between courts to monitor games, officiating, and coaching quality

Observation Focus

Look for position rule application, quality of officiating, and positive team dynamics

Intervention Points

Step in if rules being consistently broken, poor sportsmanship, or unsafe play

Demonstration Notes

Model positive officiating, demonstrate position movements clearly, show enthusiastic encouragement

Verbal Cues

•'Remember your position areas!'
•'Officials, clear signals please!'
•'Great passing combination!'
•'Focus on the rebound!'

Safety Considerations

Space & Surface Requirements

Space Requirements

Two netball courts minimum 15m x 30m each, or adapted basketball courts

Surface Check

Non-slip surface, free from water or debris, goal posts secure

Equipment Safety

Safety Checks

•Netballs properly inflated and in good condition
•Goal posts stable and at correct height
•Bibs clean and securely fastened

Risk Management

Key Risks

•Collisions during fast game play
•Falls when jumping for rebounds
•Contact during defensive play
•Ball strikes from poor passing

Risk Mitigation

•Clear court boundaries and adequate spacing
•Emphasis on no-contact defensive play
•Teaching proper landing technique
•Officials positioned safely around courts

Supervision & Emergency Procedures

Supervision Points

•Position between courts for maximum visibility
•Monitor officiating quality and safety
•Watch for fatigue affecting decision-making

Emergency Procedures

Stop play immediately with whistle, assess situation, provide appropriate first aid, inform school procedures