Lesson 2 - Indian Dribbling and Push Passing
Team Strategy & Skills Integration
•Year 6
•Hockey
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How can we use Indian dribbling and push passing to outwit opponents in hockey?
Learning Objectives
- To develop Indian dribbling technique with control and speed
- To execute accurate push passes using correct body positioning
- To evaluate others' performance using appropriate technical language
Key Outcomes
- Students will demonstrate Indian dribbling with control and direction changes
- Students will push pass accurately to teammates using proper technique
- Students will provide constructive feedback using technical hockey vocabulary
Equipment & Resources Required
Check stick height - should reach student's hip bone when standing
Alternative: Unihoc sticks, foam sticks for beginners
Distribute around perimeter before lesson starts
Alternative: Tennis balls, foam balls for skill development
Various colours for different activities and boundaries
Alternative: Floor spots, markers
Position randomly around grid area, 2 metres wide
Alternative: Hoops, floor markers
Ensure battery charged and storage space available
Alternative: Multiple devices for group work
Key Vocabulary
A hockey technique where the stick is rotated 180 degrees to move the ball left and right alternately
A hockey pass where the stick remains in contact with the ball throughout the movement
Receiving technique that absorbs the ball's impact to maintain control
Playing the ball using the back edge of the stick blade
The left side of a right-handed player where stick skills are typically weaker
Skill Progression Pathway
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Prior Learning
- Basic stick grip and ball control
- Simple passing techniques
- Understanding of hockey rules and safety
Current Skills
- Indian dribbling technique development
- Push passing accuracy and power
- Technical evaluation and peer assessment
Next Steps
- Combining skills in game situations
- Advanced stick skills and deception
- Tactical awareness and positioning
Milestone Indicators
Key Teaching Points
- Indian dribbling requires left hand to control stick rotation while right hand maintains loose grip
- Push passing needs continuous stick-ball contact with weight transfer from back to front foot
- Receiving technique involves soft hands, bent knees, and angled stick for ball control
- Targeting the backhand side creates tactical advantage due to reduced reach and control
- Peer assessment should use specific technical vocabulary rather than general comments
- Game application must maintain technique quality under pressure
- Self-assessment develops metacognitive awareness and realistic goal-setting
Common Misconceptions
- That Indian dribbling is just moving the ball side to side - emphasise the specific stick rotation technique
- That push passing is the same as hitting - stress the continuous contact throughout the movement
- That receiving is passive - highlight the active cushioning and positioning required
- That peer feedback should only focus on positive aspects - teach constructive improvement suggestions
- That game performance is only about winning - emphasise technique maintenance and tactical understanding
SEN Adaptations
ADHD
- Break activities into shorter segments, provide clear boundaries and expectations, use movement breaks effectively, give frequent positive feedback
dyspraxia
- Use larger equipment initially, allow extra practice time, break skills into smaller components, provide physical guidance for technique
autism spectrum
- Provide clear routine structure, visual schedule of activities, quiet space available if needed, consistent expectations and praise
visual impairment
- Use brightly coloured balls and cones, provide verbal descriptions of demonstrations, pair with sighted buddy for spatial guidance
hearing impairment
- Use clear visual demonstrations, written instruction cards, hand signals for communication, position for clear sight lines
physical disability
- Adapt stick height and grip, allow seated variations where appropriate, modify distances and targets, provide physical support as needed
Cross-Curricular Links
Maths
Angles of stick rotation (180 degrees), measuring distances for passing accuracy, timing and speed calculations
Science
Forces in push passing, momentum transfer, physics of ball control and impact absorption
Geography
Spatial awareness, direction changes, positional play and field mapping
PSHE
Teamwork skills, constructive feedback, resilience when learning difficult techniques, celebrating different types of achievement
Teacher Guidance
Positioning
Move between groups during practice, position for clear sight lines during demonstrations
Observation Focus
Monitor stick technique, spatial awareness, and competitive behaviour
Intervention Points
Step in if technique becomes unsafe, if students struggle with concepts, or if peer feedback becomes negative
Demonstration Notes
Use slow motion for complex techniques, emphasise hand positions clearly, show common mistakes to avoid
Verbal Cues
- •'Rotate stick 180 degrees'
- •'Weight from back to front foot'
- •'Soft hands for receiving'
- •'Target the backhand side'
Safety Considerations
Space & Surface Requirements
Space Requirements
Minimum 30m x 20m, clear of obstacles with defined boundaries
Surface Check
Level grass or sports hall surface, free from hazards and suitable for running
Equipment Safety
Safety Checks
- •Check hockey sticks for correct height and no damage
- •Ensure balls are properly inflated and not cracked
- •Verify cones and markers are stable and visible
Risk Management
Key Risks
- •Stick contact with other players
- •Ball strikes to body or head
- •Collisions during dynamic activities
- •Slips during direction changes
Risk Mitigation
- •Emphasise stick control and awareness at all times
- •Maintain adequate spacing during all activities
- •Clear communication about boundaries and expectations
- •Progressive skill building to maintain control
Supervision & Emergency Procedures
Supervision Points
- •Position for maximum visibility during partner work
- •Monitor stick technique especially during rotation practice
- •Watch for fatigue affecting technique and safety
Emergency Procedures
Stop all activity immediately, assess injury severity, apply appropriate first aid, contact emergency services if required