Invasion Game Skills
•Year 7
•Flag Football
•Check inflation and condition before lesson
Alternative: Soft-touch rugby balls, foam footballs
Ensure all clips work and flags attach securely
Alternative: Touch rugby tags, coloured ribbons
Include dry-wipe markers and erasers for each board
Alternative: Large paper sheets, tablet devices, sand/chalk boards
Use different colours for different field markings
Alternative: Rubber spots, chalk lines, rope boundaries
Ensure battery charged and sufficient storage space
Alternative: Smartphone with good video quality
The player who throws the ball to start each play
Player who receives hand-offs and short passes, often running with the ball
Running forward then turning back toward the quarterback to receive the ball
Short diagonal run across the field to receive a quick pass
The imaginary line where each play begins, dividing the teams
An attempt to advance the ball; teams get limited downs to score
Secret hand or verbal signals teams use to communicate plays
Brief team discussion between plays to adjust strategy
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Developing communication skills through tactical discussions, expanding vocabulary with sport-specific terminology, presenting strategy ideas clearly
Calculating angles for route running, measuring field distances, timing and counting downs, analysing statistics from game performance
Understanding forces in throwing and catching, physics of motion during route running, biomechanics of efficient movement
Using video analysis technology, recording and reviewing performance data, creating digital strategy diagrams
Understanding spatial awareness and positioning on field, mapping movement patterns, using directional language
Building teamwork and cooperation skills, developing leadership qualities, managing competitive emotions, showing respect for opponents
Move constantly between groups during strategy development, position at midfield during games for optimal viewing
Watch for tactical understanding, quality of communication, and safe physical technique
Step in when strategy discussions become unfocused, when technique breaks down under pressure, or when competitive behaviour becomes unsafe
Use exaggerated movements when showing routes, involve students in demonstrations, repeat key techniques multiple times with different student examples
Minimum 40m x 60m playing area with clear boundaries and adequate run-off space
Even, non-slip surface free from holes, debris, or standing water
Stop activity immediately, assess injury, provide appropriate first aid, contact emergency services if required, inform school leadership
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