Tactical Mastery & Techniques
•Year 6
•Basketball
•Distributed around court perimeter for easy access
Alternative: Size 5 footballs or playground balls
Used to mark V-cut paths and court boundaries
Alternative: Chalk marks on court surface
Lowered to appropriate height for Year 6 students
Alternative: Target areas marked on walls
Used to distinguish teams and roles during activities
Alternative: Coloured bands or team identification
An offensive movement that creates space by moving toward the defender then quickly changing direction to receive a pass
The foot that remains planted when changing direction, allowing legal movement without travelling
Moving the defender away from where you want to receive the ball
Positioning your body to face the ball handler directly for optimal pass reception
Understanding where teammates, opponents, and space are located on the court
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Angles in V-cut movement (acute vs obtuse), counting possessions and scores, timing of movements
Forces in push-off movement, momentum and direction change, centre of gravity during pivoting
Court positioning and spatial awareness, direction and movement patterns
Teamwork and cooperation, dealing with competitive pressure, supporting teammates
Move around court perimeter to observe all groups, position near active play during games
Watch for correct V-cut technique, appropriate defensive pressure, and safe playing behaviour
Step in when defensive contact becomes excessive, when students struggle with technique, or when safety concerns arise
Use exaggerated movements for visibility, repeat demonstrations as needed, involve confident students in demonstrations
Half basketball court minimum (15m x 14m), full court preferred for multiple groups
Clean, dry court surface free from debris and wet patches
Stop play immediately for any injury, assess severity, apply appropriate first aid, seek medical attention if required
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