Advanced Techniques & Tactics
•Year 6
•Football
•Distributed around playing area perimeter for easy collection
Alternative: Size 3 footballs for smaller students, tennis balls for fine motor skill development
Mark boundaries, create boxes, and designate specific areas
Alternative: Spot markers, rugby balls as markers
Separate into attackers, defenders, and neutral for different activities
Alternative: Coloured pinnies, different coloured tops
Moving the ball forward while maintaining close control using feet
When defenders are close and challenging for possession
Gentle, controlled contact with the ball to maintain possession
Keeping the ball within playing distance to prevent defenders winning it
Areas on the field where there are no defenders
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Spatial awareness and geometry through movement patterns, counting touches and time, measuring distances
Forces and motion in ball control, balance and coordination, physical effects of exercise on body
Directional language, mapping movement patterns, understanding of space and positioning
Teamwork and cooperation, resilience when facing challenges, respect and fair play, emotional regulation under pressure
Move around perimeter of area to observe all students, position at corners during games for best visibility
Watch for technique application under pressure, decision-making quality, and fair play behaviours
Step in if students struggling with pressure, safety concerns arise, or rules need clarification
Use clear, exaggerated movements when showing techniques, ensure all students can see, repeat demonstrations as needed
Minimum 30m x 20m clear space for main activities, additional smaller areas for 3v3 games
Dry, even grass or sports hall surface free from holes, debris, or hazards
Stop all activity immediately, assess situation, provide appropriate first aid, seek additional help if needed
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