Lesson 8 - High 5 Netball Tournament
Skills To Tactics
•Year 5
•Netball
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How can we apply our netball skills, tactics, and sportsmanship to succeed in a competitive tournament environment?
Learning Objectives
- To apply netball skills and tactics in a competitive tournament format
- To demonstrate understanding of High 5 netball rules and positions
- To evaluate performance and suggest improvements for self and others
Key Outcomes
- Students will successfully participate in a High 5 netball tournament using appropriate tactics
- Students will demonstrate understanding of positions, rules, and umpiring procedures
- Students will provide constructive feedback on performance and areas for development
Equipment & Resources Required
One ball per court, spare ball ready for quick restart
Alternative: Size 4 training balls, foam balls for less confident students
Organised by team colour for easy distribution
Alternative: Coloured bands, team identifying markers
Accessible to umpires and available for reference
Alternative: Simplified rules cards, visual rule posters
Laminated for durability and easy reading
Alternative: Basic rules checklist, visual signal cards
Clear format for tracking wins, draws, losses, and bonus points
Alternative: Whiteboard for scoring, digital scoring app
Mark court boundaries if permanent lines not available
Alternative: Court markers, tape lines
Key Vocabulary
Modified version of netball with 5 players per team designed for primary school students
Competitive format where multiple teams play against each other with points awarded for results
Planned strategies used by teams to gain advantage during games
Officiating a netball game by enforcing rules and making decisions
Showing respect, fairness, and positive attitude towards opponents and teammates
Defensive positioning between the opponent and the ball to intercept passes
Skill Progression Pathway
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Prior Learning
- Basic netball passing and catching techniques
- Understanding of the five High 5 netball positions
- Experience with marking and defending skills
- Knowledge of basic netball rules and court layout
Current Skills
- Application of skills in competitive tournament format
- Tactical decision-making under pressure
- Performance evaluation and feedback skills
- Leadership through umpiring and team management
Next Steps
- Advanced tactical awareness and game management
- Transition to full 7-a-side netball rules and positions
- Development of coaching and mentoring skills
- Inter-school competition preparation
Milestone Indicators
Key Teaching Points
- Tournament format allows multiple skill and rule applications in competitive setting
- Rotation of positions ensures all students experience different roles and responsibilities
- Umpiring experience develops rule knowledge and decision-making confidence
- Emphasis on sportsmanship maintains positive learning environment during competition
- Short passing tactics improve ball retention and scoring opportunities
- Ball-side marking technique essential for effective defensive play
- Recognition and feedback develop evaluation skills and positive relationships
Common Misconceptions
- Thinking all positions can shoot in netball - clarify only Goal Attack shoots in High 5
- Believing longer passes are always better - emphasise short passes for ball retention
- Assuming umpire decisions can be argued - reinforce respect for officials
- Focusing only on scoring - highlight importance of defence and team play
- Expecting to win every game - emphasise learning and improvement over results
SEN Adaptations
ADHD
- Use frequent position changes, provide clear boundaries and expectations, channel competitive energy positively through defined roles
dyspraxia
- Allow extra time for skill execution, provide simplified rule cards, pair with supportive teammates for confidence building
autism spectrum
- Provide clear tournament structure and timings, allow for sensory breaks if needed, maintain consistent routines and expectations
visual impairment
- Use brightly coloured balls and bibs, provide clear verbal descriptions of court layout and player positions, buddy system for navigation
hearing impairment
- Use visual signals for game management, ensure clear sight lines for lip reading, provide written rule cards and instructions
physical disability
- Adapt positions to suit mobility levels, modify rules for wheelchair users, ensure equal participation opportunities in umpiring roles
Cross-Curricular Links
English
Communication skills during team discussions, explaining tactical decisions, giving and receiving feedback
Maths
Tournament scoring calculations, addition of points, comparing scores and ranking teams
Science
Understanding of forces in ball movement, reaction times in defensive play, cardiovascular effects of sustained activity
PSHE
Teamwork and cooperation, dealing with winning and losing, respect for officials and opponents, leadership development
Teacher Guidance
Positioning
Move between courts during tournament to provide coaching and safety oversight
Observation Focus
Monitor tactical application, rule understanding, and sportsmanship throughout competition
Intervention Points
Step in if umpiring becomes inconsistent or if sportsmanship deteriorates
Demonstration Notes
Use natural game stoppages to highlight good tactical play and reinforce position rules
Verbal Cues
- •'Short passes to keep possession!'
- •'Mark ball-side to intercept!'
- •'Great sportsmanship shown there!'
- •'Remember your position boundaries!'
Safety Considerations
Space & Surface Requirements
Space Requirements
Two netball courts or equivalent space (minimum 30m x 15m each), clear boundaries marked
Surface Check
Non-slip surface free from obstacles, adequate drainage if outdoors
Equipment Safety
Safety Checks
- •Netballs properly inflated and checked for damage
- •Bibs in good condition without sharp edges
- •Goal posts stable and at correct height
Risk Management
Key Risks
- •Collisions between players during competitive play
- •Falls due to quick direction changes
- •Ball contact injuries
- •Fatigue leading to poor decision-making
Risk Mitigation
- •Clear court boundaries to prevent collisions with walls/equipment
- •Emphasis on controlled play and safe contact rules
- •Regular breaks and rotation to prevent overexertion
- •Strong umpiring to maintain fair and safe play
Supervision & Emergency Procedures
Supervision Points
- •Position between courts for visibility of both games
- •Monitor for signs of fatigue or frustration
- •Support umpires to maintain control and safety
Emergency Procedures
Stop play immediately if injury occurs, assess and provide appropriate first aid, clear evacuation routes maintained