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Lesson 7 - Skills Application & Assessment

Individual Skills & Tactics

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Year 9

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Floorball

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Big Question

How can you combine all your floorball skills to become an effective team player and accurate self-assessor?

Learning Objectives

Apply all fundamental floorball skills (dribbling, passing, shooting) in game situations
Demonstrate effective peer assessment and feedback skills
Execute tactical decisions using shooting and passing fundamentals in practice and game situations

Key Outcomes

Students will confidently apply all learned floorball techniques in competitive game scenarios
Students will provide constructive peer assessment using specific technical criteria
Students will demonstrate improved game awareness and tactical decision-making

Equipment & Resources Required

Sticks

1 per student (30)

Check sticks for damage, ensure appropriate length for each student

Alternative: Hockey sticks if floorball sticks unavailable

Game Balls

10-15 balls

Distribute balls around court perimeter for easy access

Alternative: Tennis balls or hockey balls

Posts

4-6 goals

Position goals at stations and game areas, ensure secure placement

Alternative: Cone goals or wall targets

Coloured Bibs

15 bibs (5 each of 3 colours)

Separate into team colours before lesson starts

Alternative: Different coloured cones for team identification

Dish Cones

20-30 cones

Use to mark station boundaries and game areas clearly

Alternative: Markers or chalk lines

Score Sheets

30 sheets

Prepare peer assessment criteria sheets with clear technical points

Alternative: Digital assessment on tablets

Key Vocabulary

Peer Assessment

Evaluating a classmate's performance using specific criteria and providing constructive feedback

Fundamental Skills

The basic techniques of floorball including dribbling, passing, and shooting that form the foundation of play

Game Situation

Applying skills under pressure in competitive scenarios with opponents and time constraints

Scoop Pass

A lifted pass technique used to get the ball over an opponent's stick or to a teammate in space

Tactical Decision-Making

Choosing the most appropriate skill or movement based on the game situation and positioning of teammates and opponents

Skill Progression Pathway

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

Prior Learning

Basic floorball stick handling and ball control
Fundamental passing techniques using forehand and backhand
Basic shooting technique and accuracy
Understanding of basic floorball rules and safety

Current Skills

Integration of all fundamental skills in game-like situations
Peer assessment and feedback provision
Tactical decision-making in competitive scenarios
Advanced ball control under pressure

Next Steps

Advanced tactical play including set pieces
Leadership roles in team management
Competition preparation and tournament play
Advanced shooting techniques and power development

Milestone Indicators

Seamless transitions between dribbling, passing, and shooting

Accurate peer assessment using technical criteria

Consistent performance under competitive pressure

Effective communication and team coordination

Key Teaching Points

Stick safety is paramount - below hip level at all times during all activities
Quality technique over speed or power in all skill development activities
Peer assessment requires specific observations and constructive feedback language
Game application should demonstrate skills learned in previous unit lessons
Tactical awareness develops through questioning and guided reflection during games
Recognition and celebration of different types of achievement builds confidence
Progressive challenge from skill practice to competitive application maintains engagement

Common Misconceptions

Thinking that power is more important than accuracy in shooting - emphasise placement and technique first
Believing that individual brilliance wins games - stress teamwork and tactical play
Assuming peer assessment means just saying 'well done' - teach specific observation and feedback skills
Thinking scoop passes should be used constantly - explain tactical timing and appropriateness
Believing competitive games are just about winning - emphasise skill demonstration and positive behaviour

SEN Adaptations

ADHD

Use shorter activity bursts with frequent changes, provide clear boundaries and expectations, offer leadership roles to maintain engagement

dyspraxia

Use larger equipment where possible, provide additional practice time, break complex skills into smaller steps, offer peer support partnerships

autism spectrum

Provide clear visual schedules for station rotations, offer quiet reflection space if needed, maintain consistent routines and expectations

visual impairment

Use brightly coloured balls and equipment, provide clear verbal descriptions of activities, assign sighted partner for guidance and support

hearing impairment

Use visual demonstrations extensively, provide written instruction cards, use hand signals for game management

physical disability

Modify stick length or weight as needed, adapt shooting distances, provide seated options for certain activities

Cross-Curricular Links

English

Using specific vocabulary to describe techniques, providing constructive written and verbal feedback, developing presentation skills through peer assessment

Maths

Calculating scores and statistics from shooting challenges, measuring distances and angles for optimal passing and shooting

Science

Understanding forces and motion in ball flight, analysing body mechanics during skill execution, exploring energy transfer in shooting

PSHE

Developing leadership skills through peer coaching, building resilience through challenge activities, practicing effective communication in team situations

Teacher Guidance

Positioning

Move between stations and games for optimal observation, position near highest-activity areas during competitive play

Observation Focus

Monitor technical skill application, assess tactical decision-making, watch for positive team interactions and peer support

Intervention Points

Step in for safety concerns, provide technique correction when students are struggling, mediate team conflicts positively

Demonstration Notes

Use student demonstrations where possible to showcase good technique, demonstrate scoop passes slowly for clarity, model positive peer assessment language

Verbal Cues

•'Stick below hips at all times!'
•'Great technique - now try it under pressure!'
•'Look for the pass before you receive the ball!'
•'Brilliant coaching - keep supporting your teammate!'

Safety Considerations

Space & Surface Requirements

Space Requirements

Minimum sports hall 20m x 30m or larger, clear of obstacles and with appropriate ceiling height

Surface Check

Non-slip indoor surface, dry and free from hazards, appropriate markings for court boundaries

Equipment Safety

Safety Checks

•Check all floorball sticks for damage, splinters, or broken ends
•Ensure balls are in good condition without cracks
•Verify goals are stable and securely positioned
•Confirm bibs are clean and in good repair

Risk Management

Key Risks

•Stick contact with other students during competitive play
•Collisions during fast-paced game situations
•Trips and falls on indoor surface
•Ball strikes from powerful shots

Risk Mitigation

•Strict enforcement of stick below hip level rule
•Clear boundaries established between game areas
•Progressive skill building before competitive application
•Adequate spacing during individual and partner work

Supervision & Emergency Procedures

Supervision Points

•Position for maximum visibility during station rotations
•Monitor stick height constantly during games
•Observe emotional responses during competitive activities

Emergency Procedures

Stop activity immediately, assess injury appropriately, follow school first aid protocols, have emergency contacts readily available