Foundational Skills & Confidence
Football
•Year 7
•6 Lessons
This unit introduces Year 7 students to core football techniques whilst developing their tactical understanding of how skills combine in competitive situations. The progressive structure moves from isolated technical practice through to decision-making under pressure, preparing students for independent participation in football. By emphasising the connection between individual skills and team success, students develop both competence and confidence as they transition into secondary PE.
Lessons in This Unit
6 lessons in this unit
Lesson 1
Big Question:
How can we link dribbling and passing skills to create effective movement patterns in football?
Key Objectives:
- • Link skills to perform actions and sequences of movement
- • Demonstrate leadership skills in team situations
Lesson 2
Big Question:
How can you maintain control of the ball while under pressure from opponents and demonstrate leadership to help your team keep possession?
Key Objectives:
- • Combine skills to move while maintaining control of the ball
- • Keep possession of the football more successfully under pressure
Lesson 3
Big Question:
How can accurate passing and intelligent movement unlock defensive structures in football?
Key Objectives:
- • To perform the basic football skills of passing and receiving with increasing accuracy and control
- • To apply passing and receiving skills effectively in small-sided game situations
Lesson 4
Big Question:
How can I choose the right type of shot to beat the goalkeeper and score more goals?
Key Objectives:
- • To understand and know the benefits of different types of shots on goal
- • To develop the understanding and knowledge of how to execute a successful shot on goal
Lesson 5
Big Question:
How can intelligent decision-making and tactical awareness help you outwit opponents in football?
Key Objectives:
- • To develop understanding and knowledge of how to outwit an opponent using the skills learnt
- • To understand and appreciate the need to make decisions about choice of technique and refining ideas when unsuccessful
Lesson 6
Big Question:
How can I apply all my football skills effectively in competitive game situations and evaluate my own performance?
Key Objectives:
- • To demonstrate the ability to outwit opponents in game situations using appropriate football skills and techniques
- • To develop knowledge and understanding of football rules and their application in competitive play