Tactical Play Development
•Year 5
•Volleyball
•Inflate to regulation pressure, check for damage
Alternative: Foam volleyballs, beach balls for beginners
Mark 9m x 18m courts or adapted smaller courts
Alternative: Chalk lines, tape markers
Ensure clear team identification
Alternative: Different coloured t-shirts
An underarm pass used to receive serves or spikes, creating a platform with forearms
An overhead pass using fingertips to position the ball for a spike attack
A powerful downward hit over the net using an overhead arm action
A defensive move at the net with arms raised to deflect opponent's spike
The clockwise movement of players around court positions when winning serve
The sequence of play from serve until the ball hits the ground or goes out
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Scoring systems, court measurements, angles of ball trajectory, counting rotations and statistics
Forces in spiking and blocking, ball physics and trajectory, energy transfer during jumping
Court positioning and spatial awareness, understanding of area and perimeter through court dimensions
Teamwork and cooperation, leadership qualities, resilience when facing challenges, respect for opponents
Circulate between groups to observe all students, position near net during blocking practice
Watch for consistent skill technique, safe movement patterns, and effective communication
Step in immediately for safety concerns, provide technical feedback when skills break down
Show all skills at slow speed first, then build to game pace. Use students as positive examples when possible.
Minimum 18m x 9m per court, with 2m clear space around each court
Indoor hall with appropriate sports flooring, dry and clean surface
Stop activity immediately, assess injury, provide appropriate first aid, contact emergency services if required
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