Dodgeball Fundamentals
Dodgeball
•Year 7
•6 Lessons
This unit develops Year 7 students as confident dodgeball players who understand that success requires the integration of individual technical skills, tactical awareness, and collaborative teamwork. The progression from isolated skill development to competitive play with officiating responsibilities builds both physical competence and broader sporting character, including leadership, fair play, and strategic thinking.
Lessons in This Unit
6 lessons in this unit
Lesson 1
Big Question:
How can I develop an accurate and effective throwing technique that gives me an advantage in competitive game situations?
Key Objectives:
- • Understand how to work alongside and against others when attacking and defending
- • Work well with others in a range of contexts
Lesson 2
Big Question:
How can we use our body awareness and quick reactions to successfully evade moving objects while working effectively as a team?
Key Objectives:
- • P&S3 Work well with others in a range of contexts
- • Develop effective dodging techniques and body awareness
Lesson 3
Big Question:
How can mastering catching skills and understanding rules transform your dodgeball strategy and team success?
Key Objectives:
- • Demonstrate understanding and interpretation of dodgeball rules and accept decisions
- • Develop and refine catching skills under increasing pressure
Lesson 4
Big Question:
How can we use tactical awareness and teamwork to outthink our opponents in competitive situations?
Key Objectives:
- • Understand how to work alongside and against others when attacking and defending
- • Work as part of a team to achieve collective goals
Lesson 5
Big Question:
How can tactical thinking and fair officiating transform the way we play and understand sport?
Key Objectives:
- • Develop tactical awareness through structured gameplay and strategic thinking
- • Demonstrate effective officiating skills with confidence and fairness
Lesson 6
Big Question:
How can mastering official rules and competition strategies help us become confident, fair competitors in sport?
Key Objectives:
- • Demonstrate comprehensive understanding and interpretation of official dodgeball rules
- • Apply competition strategies effectively while maintaining fair play