Year 7
How is foot-eye coordination used in sport?
In this lesson, we will explore how processing of visual input can guide foot and leg movement to help with kicking a ball in sport. We will apply this to invasion games focusing primarily on football. We will also introduce you to different passing techniques that can be used in these sports.
Year 7
How is foot-eye coordination used in sport?
In this lesson, we will explore how processing of visual input can guide foot and leg movement to help with kicking a ball in sport. We will apply this to invasion games focusing primarily on football. We will also introduce you to different passing techniques that can be used in these sports.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Pupils will learn about foot-eye coordination, particularly in relation to football.
- Pupils will demonstrate processing of visual input to guide leg and foot movement, kicking and foot control in sport.
- Pupils will learn about decision making, coping with pressure and personal challenge.
Equipment
Ideally a ball, can be a cushion, teddy bear or a toilet roll
Content guidance
- Physical activity required.
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
This content is made available by Oak National Academy Limited and its partners and licensed under Oak’s terms & conditions (Collection 1), except where otherwise stated.
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3 Questions
Q1.
In which sport situations do performers need to move a ball with their feet?
Netball match
Rounders match
Q2.
True or false, rugby players need good foot-eye coordination?
False
Q3.
Which of these is a skill in football.
Car kick
Train kick
5 Questions
Q1.
What is foot-eye coordination?
The ability to process all sensory information to guide the hands.
The ability to process auditory information to guide the hands.
The ability to process visual information to guide the hands.
Q2.
Which shape curve does a ball in flight usually follow?
Right-angled
Straight line
Q3.
What type of pass is completed using the inside of your foot?
Chip pass
Drive pass
Long pass
Q4.
What part of the skill happens before it is completed?
Execution
Follow through
Q5.
What is anticipation?
The process of evaluating several alternative options and choosing the right one for the particular situation.
The process of reacting to a stimulus.
The process of thinking about a skill.