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Application of 'powers' into game play to challenge tactical awareness

I can think tactically and use a variety of special powers in different game situations.

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Year 6

Application of 'powers' into game play to challenge tactical awareness

I can think tactically and use a variety of special powers in different game situations.

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Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. Move: passing and moving accurately and consistently when using special powers increases their effectiveness.
  2. Think: evaluating our opponents' strengths and weaknesses effectively helps our tactical thinking in games.
  3. Think: making effective decisions as to when and why to use special powers within the game can lead to success.
  4. Feel: striving to give our best even when the power/tactics are not successful demonstrates excellent integrity.
  5. Connect: effective communication enables us to fully understand our role within the team.

Keywords

  • Tactics - a carefully planned set of actions that are used by a team or an individual to achieve a certain goal

  • Game - an activity or sport in which people compete with each other according to agreed rules

  • Power - a special tactic or advantage that can be used by a team to benefit them in a game

Common misconception

Pupils believe that when they implement a special power, they will always be successful.

Highlight the importance of good passing and moving skills when pupils use their special power, to increase chances of success.


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Allow opportunities for pupils to discuss the different special powers and reflect on them in terms of the benefits to their team.
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Equipment

Additional materials: trialing powers, 1 ball between 5 pupils, 1 set of tags per pupil, 30+ cones, bibs

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Content guidance

  • Risk assessment required - physical activity
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Supervision

Adult supervision required

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4 Questions

Q1.
Where must you be to support the ball carrier in tag rugby?
Correct answer: close and behind
close and in front
far behind
Q2.
What is the method for scoring points in tag rugby?
a goal
Correct answer: a try
a basket
Q3.
What’s the main aim of attacking?
pass quickly
Correct answer: score tries
tackle
Q4.
What can you identify to improve your performance?
Correct answer: strengths and weaknesses
your best player
your weakest player

4 Questions

Q1.
What are tactics?
skills
Correct answer: planned team actions
teammates
Q2.
What can happen when you use specific attacking tactics in a game?
You always score.
Correct answer: Your scoring chances increase.
You will win.
Q3.
What is a benefit of evaluating your opponents' strengths and weaknesses?
Correct answer: It improves tactical thinking.
You’ll always win.
It shows respect.
Q4.
What is a benefit of effective communication for you and your team?
more skilful plays
obeying the rules
Correct answer: understanding your role

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