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Lesson 7 - Leadership & Fair Play

Team Skills & Leadership Strategies

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Year 8

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Sport Education

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Big Question

How can we demonstrate leadership and celebrate team success while maintaining fair play in competitive basketball?

Learning Objectives

Lead their own warm-up and drills with confidence and clear instruction
Demonstrate fair play and good sportsmanship under competitive match conditions
Celebrate team successes through reflection and recognition of all contributions
Assess themselves and teammates using established criteria and provide constructive feedback

Key Outcomes

Students will successfully lead team warm-ups with appropriate basketball skills practice
Students will demonstrate consistent fair play behaviours during competitive matches
Students will actively celebrate team achievements and acknowledge individual contributions
Students will complete accurate self and peer assessments using the basketball matrix

Equipment & Resources Required

Basketball

1 per 2 students (15 balls for class of 30)

Distributed around court perimeter for easy access during warm-up

Alternative: Size 5 footballs, netballs for skill practice

Bibs

2 sets of different colours (15 each)

Sorted into team sets ready for quick distribution

Alternative: Coloured bands, different coloured t-shirts

Cones

20-30 cones

Available for students to set up their own drill areas

Alternative: Markers, spots, polo shirts as markers

Cards

1 set per team (6 sets for 6 teams)

Prepared in advance with clear instructions and timings

Alternative: Laminated instruction sheets, tablet/phone with timer apps

Basketball Matrix Assessment Sheet

1 per student (30 sheets)

Clipboards available for outdoor use

Alternative: Digital assessment forms on tablets

Stopwatch

1 per team (6 stopwatches)

Distributed to fitness coaches at start of lesson

Alternative: Mobile phone timer apps, classroom clock

Key Vocabulary

Team celebration

Positive recognition and acknowledgement of team and individual achievements

Good sportsmanship

Fair and generous behaviour especially in competitive situations, showing respect for opponents and officials

Fitness components

Different aspects of physical fitness including speed, agility, endurance, strength, flexibility

Self assessment

Evaluating your own performance against set criteria to identify strengths and areas for improvement

Peer assessment

Evaluating a teammate's performance to provide constructive feedback and support their development

Basketball matrix

A structured assessment tool showing different levels of basketball skills and game understanding

Target achievement

Meeting specific goals set for improvement in skills, fitness or game understanding

Reflection

Thinking carefully about performance, decisions and learning to improve future performance

Skill Progression Pathway

Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going

Prior Learning

Basic basketball skills (dribbling, passing, shooting)
Understanding of game rules and basic tactics
Experience working in teams and following instructions
Basic knowledge of fitness components

Current Skills

Leadership and communication in sports settings
Fair play and sportsmanship under pressure
Team celebration and positive reinforcement techniques
Self and peer assessment skills

Next Steps

Advanced leadership roles in school sport
Coaching and mentoring younger students
Tournament organisation and officiating
Independent fitness training and programme design

Milestone Indicators

Confidently leads team activities without teacher prompts

Consistently demonstrates fair play even when losing

Actively celebrates others' achievements not just own

Provides specific, helpful feedback to teammates

Key Teaching Points

Leadership involves clear communication, organisation, and adaptability to team needs
Fair play means respecting opponents, officials, and teammates regardless of game pressure
Team celebration should recognise effort, improvement, and diverse contributions, not just scoring
Self-assessment requires honesty and specific evidence from performance
Good teammates support each other during mistakes and challenges
Fitness training improves basketball performance when done with proper technique and team support
Target setting should be specific, achievable, and connected to current performance level

Common Misconceptions

Leadership is only about being loud and bossy - actually it's about clear communication and supporting others
Fair play is only important when winning - actually it's most important when under pressure
Only scoring and winning should be celebrated - actually effort, improvement, and teamwork are equally valuable
Self-assessment should always be positive - actually honest reflection includes areas for improvement
Fitness training is separate from sport skills - actually sport-specific fitness directly improves game performance

SEN Adaptations

ADHD

Shorter activity bursts with frequent changes, clear role responsibilities, movement breaks, positive behaviour reinforcement system

dyspraxia

Simplified movement patterns, extra practice time, peer buddy support, modified equipment with better grip

autism spectrum

Clear structure with visual schedules, quiet reflection spaces available, predictable routines, social story for fair play concepts

visual impairment

Use brightly coloured equipment, verbal descriptions of court layout, buddy system for movement, tactile markers for boundaries

hearing impairment

Clear visual demonstrations, written instruction cards, hand signals for communication, visual timer for activities

physical disability

Modified activities for wheelchair users, adapted equipment with larger balls, seated leadership roles, alternative fitness challenges

Cross-Curricular Links

English

Communication skills in leadership roles, vocabulary development for sports terminology, report writing for team reflection

Maths

Timing fitness challenges, calculating improvement percentages, statistical analysis of team performance data

Science

Understanding fitness components and their physiological effects, biomechanics of basketball skills, heart rate monitoring

Drama

Role-playing leadership scenarios, presentation skills for team briefings, confidence building through performance

PSHE

Leadership development, emotional regulation under pressure, celebrating diversity in team contributions, conflict resolution

Teacher Guidance

Positioning

Central court position for match observation, rotate between fitness stations, position near student leaders for support

Observation Focus

Monitor leadership quality, fair play behaviours, team inclusion, skill application under pressure

Intervention Points

Step in if safety concerns arise, support struggling student leaders, address poor sportsmanship immediately

Demonstration Notes

Model positive sportsmanship behaviours, demonstrate target-setting process, show appropriate celebration techniques

Verbal Cues

•'Great sportsmanship there!'
•'Remember to celebrate your teammates!'
•'That's excellent leadership!'
•'Focus on your next play!'

Safety Considerations

Space & Surface Requirements

Space Requirements

Full basketball court or large gymnasium space minimum 25m x 15m with 3m clearance around boundaries

Surface Check

Non-slip, even surface free from water, debris, or obstacles that could cause trips or falls

Equipment Safety

Safety Checks

•Basketballs properly inflated and checked for damage
•Cones in good condition with no sharp edges or cracks
•Bibs clean and appropriate size to avoid restricted movement

Risk Management

Key Risks

•Collisions during fast-paced game situations
•Falls when changing direction quickly or jumping
•Overexertion during fitness challenges
•Ball strikes to face or body during passes or rebounds

Risk Mitigation

•Clear court boundaries established and enforced
•Progressive warm-up to prepare body for intense activity
•Regular hydration breaks especially during fitness challenges
•Modified contact rules for safe competitive play
•Adequate supervision ratios for multiple activities

Supervision & Emergency Procedures

Supervision Points

•Position for maximum visibility during match play
•Monitor fitness challenge intensity for signs of overexertion
•Watch for emotional responses during competitive situations
•Ensure student leaders maintain safety standards

Emergency Procedures

Stop activity immediately if injury occurs, assess severity, provide appropriate first aid, contact emergency services if serious injury