Lesson 6 - Creating Space & Attacking
Individual Skills & Tactics
•Year 9
•Floorball
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How can we create space and time to execute successful attacking plays in floorball?
Learning Objectives
- To develop space creation techniques for offensive players
- To master 1-2 pass combinations and direct attack strategies
- To improve decision-making in attacking situations under pressure
Key Outcomes
- Students will demonstrate effective space creation techniques
- Students will execute 1-2 pass combinations with accuracy and timing
- Students will apply attacking strategies in small-sided games
Equipment & Resources Required
Check stick length appropriate for each student
Alternative: Hockey sticks, broom handles for basic practice
Distributed around court perimeter for quick access
Alternative: Tennis balls, soft play balls
Various sizes for different activities
Alternative: Cones, benches, marked areas on walls
Clearly distinguish teams and roles
Alternative: Coloured bands, different coloured tops
Create boundaries and reference points
Alternative: Spots, markers, chalk lines
Key Vocabulary
A passing combination where the ball is played to a teammate who immediately returns it to create space
An attacking strategy where the ball is played directly to attackers to exploit space behind defenders
Movement patterns designed to open up areas of the court for attacking opportunities
Attacking through the middle of the court using central players as link-up options
Positioning to provide passing options and create numerical advantages
Skill Progression Pathway
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Prior Learning
- Basic stick handling and ball control
- Understanding of floorball rules and positions
- Simple passing techniques
Current Skills
- Advanced space creation techniques
- 1-2 pass combinations
- Direct attacking strategies
- Reading defensive positioning
Next Steps
- Counter-attacking strategies
- Set piece attacking plays
- Advanced tactical awareness
Milestone Indicators
Key Teaching Points
- Space creation is about movement away from the ball to drag defenders out of position
- Timing in 1-2 passes is more important than speed - wait for the right moment
- Communication is essential for successful attacking play - players must talk to each other
- Direct attacks require precise timing of runs to avoid being caught offside
- Reading the defence helps decide whether to use 1-2 pass or direct attack strategy
- Technique execution must be maintained even under defensive pressure
- Teamwork and support play are as important as individual skill in attacking situations
Common Misconceptions
- Thinking that running faster always creates better space - movement direction and timing are more important
- Believing that 1-2 passes must be rushed - taking time to execute properly is more effective
- Assuming direct attacks only work with very fast players - timing and positioning beat pure speed
- Expecting techniques to work immediately without practice - mastery requires repetition and patience
- Focusing only on the player with the ball - off-ball movement is equally crucial for success
SEN Adaptations
ADHD
- Shorter activity periods, clear visual boundaries, regular positive feedback, movement breaks built into lesson structure
dyspraxia
- Break down techniques into smaller steps, provide additional practice time, use bigger equipment, reduce complexity of decision-making initially
autism spectrum
- Provide clear routines and structure, visual supports for game rules, designated quiet area if needed, consistent terminology
visual impairment
- Use bright coloured balls and equipment, provide clear verbal descriptions of space and positioning, implement buddy system for guidance
hearing impairment
- Use clear visual demonstrations, hand signals for communication, written instructions on whiteboard, ensure face-to-face communication
physical disability
- Adapt to seated position where possible, modify stick length, use larger balls, reduce court size, allow walking pace movement
Cross-Curricular Links
Science
Forces in ball striking, momentum and energy transfer, reaction time and movement efficiency
Geography
Spatial awareness and mapping, directional concepts, territory and space utilisation
Mathematics
Angles of passing and movement, timing calculations, spatial geometry in court positioning
PSHE
Teamwork and cooperation, communication skills, resilience when techniques don't work initially
Teacher Guidance
Positioning
Central court position allowing clear view of all activities, move to provide individual feedback
Observation Focus
Watch for technique execution, tactical decision-making, communication and team cooperation
Intervention Points
Step in to correct dangerous play, provide technique refinement, encourage positive communication
Demonstration Notes
Use clear, exaggerated movements when demonstrating, show common mistakes as well as correct technique
Verbal Cues
- •'Pass and move!'
- •'Find the space!'
- •'Communicate with your team!'
- •'Time your run!'
- •'Play to feet or space?'
Safety Considerations
Space & Surface Requirements
Space Requirements
Full sports hall or large gymnasium minimum 30m x 18m, clear of obstacles
Surface Check
Clean, dry, non-slip surface suitable for quick movements and direction changes
Equipment Safety
Safety Checks
- •Check floorball sticks for damage or sharp edges
- •Ensure balls are firm but not over-inflated
- •Confirm goals are stable and properly positioned
- •Check bibs are clean and in good condition
Risk Management
Key Risks
- •Stick contact with other players
- •Collisions during fast-paced movements
- •Falls during quick direction changes
- •Ball strikes to head or body
Risk Mitigation
- •Clear rules about stick height and contact
- •Adequate spacing between practice groups
- •Progressive build-up of intensity
- •Emphasise control over speed
- •Clear communication about movement patterns
Supervision & Emergency Procedures
Supervision Points
- •Position to see all groups simultaneously
- •Monitor contact levels during games
- •Watch for fatigue affecting technique and safety
- •Ensure fair play and appropriate behaviour
Emergency Procedures
Immediate stop signal recognised by all, first aid kit accessible, clear evacuation routes established