Lesson 6 - Tournament Play & Leadership
Tactics & Leadership
•Year 6
•Netball
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How can we demonstrate mastery of netball skills and tactics whilst showing outstanding leadership and sportsmanship in competitive situations?
Learning Objectives
- Apply refined passing, moving and shooting techniques in competitive High Five Netball games
- Demonstrate effective attacking and defending tactics in tournament situations
- Show leadership skills by managing teams, officiating games and supporting teammates
Key Outcomes
- Students will compete effectively in a round robin tournament applying all learned skills
- Students will demonstrate tactical awareness switching between attack and defence
- Students will show leadership by organising teams, officiating and encouraging others
Equipment & Resources Required
One ball per court, extras for warm-up
Alternative: Size 4 netballs if High Five not available
Posts positioned at regulation height and distance
Alternative: Basketball hoops at appropriate height
Mark two courts with centre circles and goal areas
Alternative: Line marking paint, rope boundaries
5 different colours for position identification
Alternative: Coloured bands or team markers
For student officials and teacher supervision
Alternative: Hand signals for quiet officiating
Track results, fixtures and league table
Alternative: Whiteboard for scores and fixtures
For game duration and break timing
Alternative: Phone timer or wall clock
Key Vocabulary
A competition format where every team plays against every other team once
Acting as referee or umpire to ensure fair play and rule adherence
Understanding when and how to apply different strategies during games
Taking responsibility for organising, motivating and supporting teammates
The mental and physical demands of performing skills in tournament situations
Skill Progression Pathway
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Prior Learning
- Students can perform chest pass, bounce pass and shoulder pass accurately
- Students understand the five positions in High Five Netball
- Students can move to space effectively and understand basic tactics
- Students know the rules of High Five Netball
Current Skills
- Applying all skills under competitive pressure
- Demonstrating advanced tactical awareness
- Leading and managing teams effectively
- Officiating games with confidence and fairness
Next Steps
- Transition to 7-a-side netball with additional positions
- Advanced tactical play with specialised roles
- Coaching and mentoring younger students
- Understanding professional netball tactics and analysis
Milestone Indicators
Key Teaching Points
- Emphasise sportsmanship and character development over winning
- Support emerging leaders while encouraging all students to contribute
- Maintain high expectations for skill application under pressure
- Celebrate diverse achievements - skills, leadership, officiating, teamwork
- Use competitive pressure as learning opportunity for resilience
- Model positive behaviour and emotional regulation throughout
- Provide meaningful roles for all students - players, officials, supporters
Common Misconceptions
- Thinking winning is more important than playing well and showing good character
- Believing only the most skilled players can be effective leaders
- Assuming competitive pressure should make you nervous rather than excited
- Not understanding that officiating is as important as playing
- Thinking you can't learn from watching other teams play
SEN Adaptations
ADHD
- Clear roles and responsibilities, frequent positive feedback, movement breaks between games
dyspraxia
- Simplified tactical roles, extra practice time with skills, supportive team positioning
autism spectrum
- Clear tournament structure, predictable routines, quiet breaks available, visual tournament schedule
visual impairment
- Bright coloured balls, clear verbal communication from teammates, buddy system during games
hearing impairment
- Visual signals from officials, clear visual demonstrations, written team instructions
physical disability
- Modified court sizes, adapted positions, alternative officiating roles, wheelchair netball adaptations
Cross-Curricular Links
English
Communication skills during games, giving clear instructions as captain or official
Maths
Tournament points calculations, statistics tracking, time management during games
Science
Understanding heart rate during competition, analysing physical responses to pressure
PSHE
Leadership development, managing emotions under pressure, celebrating others' success, conflict resolution
Teacher Guidance
Positioning
Central position to observe both courts, rotate between courts during games
Observation Focus
Skills under pressure, leadership emergence, sportsmanship, official development
Intervention Points
Support struggling officials, manage competitive emotions, celebrate great plays
Demonstration Notes
Model positive sideline behaviour, highlight excellent examples of play and character
Verbal Cues
- •'Brilliant teamwork!'
- •'Great decision making!'
- •'Excellent sportsmanship!'
- •'Support your teammates!'
Safety Considerations
Space & Surface Requirements
Space Requirements
Two netball courts minimum 30m x 15m each, clear runoff areas around courts
Surface Check
Non-slip surface, courts marked clearly, no obstacles in playing areas
Equipment Safety
Safety Checks
- •Netball posts securely fixed and at correct height
- •Balls inflated to correct pressure
- •No damaged equipment in use
- •Whistles functioning properly for officials
Risk Management
Key Risks
- •Collisions between players during competitive play
- •Falls from jumping for rebounds or interceptions
- •Overexertion during sustained tournament play
- •Emotional stress from competitive pressure
Risk Mitigation
- •Clear court boundaries with adequate spacing
- •Rotation system prevents overexertion
- •Emphasis on sportsmanship reduces aggressive play
- •Teacher supervision of all games and emotions
Supervision & Emergency Procedures
Supervision Points
- •Position to oversee both courts simultaneously
- •Monitor player fatigue and emotional state
- •Support officials with difficult decisions
- •Intervene quickly in any conflicts
Emergency Procedures
Stop play immediately, assess situation, appropriate first aid if needed, clear communication with all participants