Foundational Skills & Development
•Year 8
•Basketball
•Check inflation before lesson, have 2-3 spare balls available
Alternative: Size 6 basketballs for smaller hands, foam balls for practice
Ensure hoops are at appropriate height (2.6m for Year 8)
Alternative: Wall targets with tape markers, portable hoops
Have extras available, ensure colours are distinct
Alternative: Different coloured pinnies or bands
Use to mark boundaries and shooting positions
Alternative: Markers, spots, or chalk lines
The mechanical process of shooting including stance, grip, release and follow-through
A fake movement where you step forcefully in one direction to deceive the defender before going the opposite way
An offensive move where a player positions their body to block a defender, creating space for a teammate
An aggressive offensive move toward the basket using speed and ball control
When the attacking team has more players than the defending team in a specific area
Helpful advice that identifies specific improvements and suggests solutions
A cutting movement that creates space by moving away then sharply back toward the ball
A cutting pattern moving in an L-shape to lose a defender and receive the ball
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Technical vocabulary development, structured feedback delivery, communication skills, descriptive language for movement analysis
Angles of shooting and cutting movements, percentage calculations for shooting accuracy, geometric patterns in screen setting, statistical analysis of game performance
Forces and motion in basketball shooting, biomechanics of human movement, physics of ball trajectory, muscle groups used in different basketball skills
Communication skills, confidence in giving feedback, body language awareness, presentation skills when demonstrating
Peer coaching and supportive feedback, leadership development, resilience in competitive situations, teamwork and cooperation
Move around court perimeter for optimal observation of all groups, position near skill practice areas for immediate feedback
Watch for correct shooting technique, effective use of screens, quality of peer feedback, communication during games
Step in when safety issues arise, when technical skills need correction, when peer feedback becomes unhelpful, when game situations become unbalanced
Model peer coaching language, show shooting technique clearly, demonstrate screen setting safety, emphasise technical vocabulary usage
Full basketball court or equivalent space minimum 28m x 15m, clear of obstacles
Dry, non-slip surface suitable for basketball movements, check for damage or hazards
Stop activity immediately, assess situation, provide appropriate first aid or seek medical assistance, ensure other students are safe and supervised
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