Skill Mastery & Sportsmanship
Dodgeball
•Year 6
•8 Lessons
This unit develops Year 6 students into strategic dodgeball players who can analyse game situations and make tactical decisions under pressure. Building from fundamental skills through to competitive tournament play, students explore the full spectrum of invasion game competencies whilst developing leadership through officiating roles. The progressive structure ensures every student experiences success whilst being challenged to think tactically and work collaboratively.
Lessons in This Unit
8 lessons in this unit
Lesson 1
Big Question:
How can understanding and consistently applying rules make games more enjoyable and fair for everyone?
Key Objectives:
- • To recap and consistently apply the rules of dodgeball in game situations
- • To demonstrate fair play and honest decision-making during competitive activities
Lesson 2
Big Question:
How can we improve our accuracy when throwing at targets that are constantly moving?
Key Objectives:
- • To develop accurate throwing techniques when targeting moving opponents
- • To understand and apply tactical awareness in throwing situations
Lesson 3
Big Question:
How can we use our bodies as powerful evasion tools to outmaneuver opponents and stay in the game?
Key Objectives:
- • To develop and apply sophisticated dodging, jumping and ducking techniques to avoid being hit
- • To select and execute the most appropriate evasion skill based on ball trajectory and speed
Lesson 4
Big Question:
When should you catch versus dodge, and how can you make smart tactical decisions under pressure?
Key Objectives:
- • To develop strategic catching skills to eliminate opponents
- • To select appropriate actions (catch or dodge) based on game situations
Lesson 5
Big Question:
How can we use blocking techniques and tactical thinking to become better defenders in dodgeball?
Key Objectives:
- • To develop effective blocking techniques using a dodgeball
- • To apply blocking skills in competitive game situations
Lesson 6
Big Question:
How can we use different tactics to outwit our opponents and succeed as a team in dodgeball?
Key Objectives:
- • To select and apply a variety of tactics effectively in game situations
- • To communicate tactical decisions clearly with teammates
Lesson 7
Big Question:
How can fair officiating enhance everyone's sporting experience?
Key Objectives:
- • To develop consistent officiating skills in dodgeball games
- • To apply game rules fairly and confidently as a referee
Lesson 8
Big Question:
How can we combine individual skills with team tactics to succeed in competitive situations?
Key Objectives:
- • To apply dodgeball skills, rules and tactics effectively in tournament play
- • To demonstrate fair play and sportsmanship in competitive situations