Lesson 2 - Throwing Techniques
Technical Mastery & Leadership
•Year 9
•Sport Education
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How can mastering different throwing techniques give you a tactical advantage in dodgeball?
Learning Objectives
- Lead their own warm-up activities and demonstrate leadership skills
- Develop and refine side sling and underarm throwing techniques
- Apply throwing techniques tactically in competitive game situations
Key Outcomes
- Students will confidently lead warm-up routines for their team
- Students will demonstrate accurate side sling and underarm throws
- Students will select appropriate throwing techniques based on game situations
Equipment & Resources Required
Distribute around court perimeter for easy collection
Alternative: Bean bags, tennis balls for modified games
One colour per team, extras for officials
Alternative: Coloured bands or team markers
Mark court boundaries and throwing lines
Alternative: Cones, floor tape, poly spots
Define court quarters and safety zones
Alternative: Markers, boundary tape
One for teacher, one for student timekeeper
Alternative: Smartphone timer, gymnasium clock
For team scores and tactical discussions
Alternative: Paper score sheets, tablet scoring app
Key Vocabulary
A throwing technique where the thrower turns side-on and swings their arm across their body with a whipping motion
A low, accurate throwing technique where the ball is released below waist height with an upward motion
The area immediately around a player where they cannot be hit directly
Playing according to the rules with respect for opponents and officials
Showing respect, integrity and good behaviour in competitive situations
Skill Progression Pathway
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Prior Learning
- Basic throwing and catching techniques
- Understanding of dodgeball rules and safety
- Experience with duck and jump movements from previous lesson
- Basic teamwork and communication skills
Current Skills
- Side sling throwing technique with power and accuracy
- Underarm throwing for precision targeting
- Leadership skills in warm-up activities
- Tactical awareness in competitive situations
Next Steps
- Advanced throwing techniques including overarm throws
- Complex game strategies and team formations
- Officiating and coaching skills development
- Tournament organisation and management
Milestone Indicators
Key Teaching Points
- Side sling throw requires side-on stance and whip-like arm action across the body
- Underarm throw emphasises pointing to target and stepping towards it for accuracy
- Choose throwing technique based on distance, accuracy needs, and game situation
- Leadership develops through taking responsibility and supporting teammates
- Tactical awareness improves through questioning and game analysis
- Fair play and sportsmanship are as important as technical skill development
- Progressive practice from technique to game application builds confidence
Common Misconceptions
- Harder throws are always better - teach accuracy over power for game success
- One throwing technique works for all situations - demonstrate when to use each
- Individual skill is most important - emphasise team tactics and support
- Winning justifies poor sportsmanship - model and reward positive behaviour
- Leadership means being loudest - show quiet confidence and encouragement
- Only athletic students can succeed - highlight different types of success and contribution
SEN Adaptations
ADHD
- Shorter activity bursts, clear movement boundaries, regular positive feedback, leadership roles to maintain engagement
dyspraxia
- Larger, softer balls, simplified throwing patterns, additional practice time, step-by-step instruction cards
autism spectrum
- Clear routine structure, visual activity schedule, quiet areas available, consistent rules and expectations
visual impairment
- Use bright coloured balls with different textures, verbal cues for court positioning, buddy system for guidance, tactile markers for boundaries
hearing impairment
- Visual signals for start/stop, written instruction cards, clear visual demonstrations, sign language if available
physical disability
- Seated throwing variations, modified court sizes, adapted scoring system, peer support for equipment collection
Cross-Curricular Links
English
Tactical vocabulary development, giving clear instructions and feedback, active listening during discussions, persuasive communication in team motivation
Maths
Calculating scores and points differences, measuring throwing distances, understanding angles of trajectory, data collection and analysis of accuracy rates
Science
Forces and motion in throwing techniques, trajectory paths, friction and air resistance affecting ball flight, biomechanics of efficient movement
PSHE
Leadership development, teamwork and cooperation, handling competitive pressure, resilience when facing challenges, conflict resolution during disputes
Teacher Guidance
Positioning
Move constantly around activities for maximum visibility, position at corners during games for wide view
Observation Focus
Watch for correct throwing technique, tactical decision-making, leadership development, safety compliance
Intervention Points
Step in for unsafe play, technique correction needed, disputes between teams, lack of inclusion
Demonstration Notes
Always demonstrate throwing techniques slowly first, then at game speed. Exaggerate key points like pointing to target and follow-through. Model positive sporting behaviour throughout.
Verbal Cues
- •'Point to your target!'
- •'Side-on for power!'
- •'Soft throws, focus on accuracy!'
- •'Great tactical thinking!'
Safety Considerations
Space & Surface Requirements
Space Requirements
Full sports hall or outdoor court minimum 20m x 30m, clear of obstacles
Surface Check
Dry, even surface with good grip, no loose equipment or hazards
Equipment Safety
Safety Checks
- •Use only soft foam balls appropriate for dodgeball
- •Check balls are not over-inflated or damaged
- •Ensure cones have no sharp edges or cracks
- •Bibs should be appropriate size and not torn
Risk Management
Key Risks
- •Ball strikes to head or face
- •Collisions between students during games
- •Slips and falls on court surface
- •Overexertion during intense activity periods
Risk Mitigation
- •Strict no head/face throwing rule enforced
- •Clear court boundaries and adequate spacing
- •Progressive skill building before competitive games
- •Active supervision with roving umpires
- •Appropriate warm-up and cool-down periods
Supervision & Emergency Procedures
Supervision Points
- •Position for clear view of all throwing activities
- •Actively monitor game areas for dangerous play
- •Ensure umpires are confident in their role
- •Check understanding of safety rules before each activity
Emergency Procedures
Stop activity immediately with whistle signal, assess any injuries, apply appropriate first aid, complete accident forms if required