This unit develops Year 6 students into confident, tactical netball players by systematically building technical skills before applying them in competitive match scenarios. The focus is on understanding how individual techniques combine to create team success, with emphasis on decision-making under pressure and demonstrating positive sporting values throughout competitive play.

Lessons in This Unit

6 lessons in this unit

Lesson 1

Sending and Receiving
45 min

Big Question:

How can precise passing and smart movement create attacking opportunities in netball?

Key Objectives:

  • Send a netball using bounce and chest passes with accuracy and appropriate power
  • Receive a ball effectively and make quick decisions about next actions

Lesson 2

Passing Accuracy
1h

Big Question:

How can we disguise our passes and use court positioning to outsmart our opponents?

Key Objectives:

  • To pass accurately using a variety of passing techniques in game situations
  • To anticipate play and release the ball quickly and efficiently

Lesson 3

Shooting Techniques
1h

Big Question:

How can mastering footwork rules give us tactical advantages in netball games?

Key Objectives:

  • To develop accurate shooting technique with consistent form and timing
  • To master landing foot rules and pivoting skills for effective ball movement

Lesson 4

Shoulder Pass and Creating Space
1h

Big Question:

How can we use shoulder passes and space creation to dominate attacking play in netball?

Key Objectives:

  • Develop accurate and powerful shoulder passing technique
  • Master dodging skills to create space and lose defenders

Lesson 5

Rebounding and Match Play
1h

Big Question:

How can effective positioning and teamwork help us succeed in netball match situations?

Key Objectives:

  • To develop rebounding skills and positioning from missed shots
  • To participate purposefully and effectively in netball match play

Lesson 6

Tactical Netball Match Play
1h

Big Question:

How can we use tactical awareness and teamwork to play competitive netball while demonstrating school games values?

Key Objectives:

  • Apply tactical decisions effectively in competitive netball matches
  • Demonstrate understanding of netball rules and respond appropriately to infringements