Skill Mastery & Tactics
•Year 6
•Basketball
•Positioned around activity area with clear shooting zones
Alternative: Wall targets, hoops on stands, marked wall areas
Distributed to pairs at start of lesson
Alternative: Size 5 balls for easier handling, foam balls for beginners
Used for positioning and boundary marking
Alternative: Markers, spot markers, chalk marks
For identifying roles in warm-up activity
Alternative: Coloured bibs, wristbands, pinnies
A basketball shot taken from a stationary standing position
A basketball shot released at the peak of a vertical jump
The continuation of arm movement after ball release, finishing with straight arm and downward wrist snap
Retrieving the ball after a missed shot
Gaining possession of the ball by blocking or catching an opponent's pass
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Angle calculations for shooting trajectory, distance measurement for cone placement, scoring and statistics tracking
Forces and motion in ball flight, gravity effects on jump shots, energy transfer in shooting action
Spatial awareness and positioning, understanding of court dimensions and zones
Teamwork and cooperation, giving and receiving constructive feedback, resilience when facing challenges
Move strategically between basketball posts during practice, position centrally during demonstrations for maximum visibility
Watch for correct shooting form development, safe movement patterns, positive peer interactions, tactical understanding
Step in if technique deteriorates significantly, if safety concerns arise, if students need additional challenge or support
Use exaggerated movements during technique demonstration, show common mistakes and corrections, involve confident students in demonstrations
Indoor sports hall or outdoor court with minimum 4 basketball posts, clear shooting areas around each post
Non-slip, level surface free from water, debris, or obstacles that could cause trips
Stop all activity immediately if injury occurs, assess situation, provide appropriate first aid, contact emergency services if needed
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