Y 7 Netball Footwork Rules One of the

Y 7 Netball – Footwork Rules One of the trickiest rules to remember in netball is getting your footwork right. If a player catches the ball with only one foot on the ground then that foot is called the landing foot. A player can then choose to step with the other foot, lift the landing foot and throw the ball before the landing foot returns to the ground. Or they can pivot on the landing foot and move the other foot any number of times - depending on how flexible the player is! But they are NOT allowed to move or hop on the landing foot until they have thrown the ball. A player can also jump, switching from the landing foot to their other one, and then jump again to throw the ball. If a player has both feet on the floor when catching the ball they will choose their landing foot and follow the rules as above. If a player breaks the footwork rule it is usually called stepping and a free pass is awarded.

Task Create an information sheet about what you have learnt in Netball so far this year. Make it colorful and your best work as this might end up on a display in PE!!

Y 7 Netball – Passing and Receiving Passing Receiving • For a two handed chest and bounce pass, your palms and thumbs should make a “W” behind the ball. • Remember to keep your elbows tucked. • Keep your body weight distributed on both feet, with one foot slightly in front of the other. • As you pass the ball, push forward with your arms but also move your body weight forward onto your front foot. This will give it extra force and momentum. A player can receive the ball: With both feet grounded or jump to catch the ball and land on two feet simultaneously. You may then take a step in any direction with one foot (but not both) and pivot on the spot with the other foot. Once one foot is moved, the other is considered to be the landing foot.

Task Design a warm up that would including passing and receiving that you could deliver to a small group in your PE class.

Y 7 Netball – Passing on the move The high running pass is used when a player is trying to get the ball quickly into an attacking position. The ball is caught while they are in mid-run they release the ball by jumping into the air. • • • Let your team-mate know you want the ball by calling to them. Make sure you come towards the ball with both hands open ready to catch it. When you have caught the ball don't stop moving. Remember which of your feet hit the ground first - this is your landing foot. Step forward with your other foot - try and make your stride as large as possible. But keep your balance and hold the ball close to your body to protect it from defenders. Hold your head up so you can see which of your team-mates is in the best position for you to pass to. You must release the ball before your landing foot hits the ground. To release it from a jumping position you need to launch yourself from just one foot. Bend your knee slightly to give you power and keep your body straight as you rise. Find your target and release the ball from above your head. You can also finish the move off with a shoulder or bounce pass.

Task Answer the following questions about passing on the move; 1) How can you use passing on the move to your advantage? 2) When can passing on the move be used? 3) List 3 things you can do when performing a pass on the move

Y 7 Netball – Dodging Double Dodge Double Dodging is a quick movement to the left / right / left or vice versa. Double Dodging is often used in confined spaces eg GS v GK or WA v WD on Centre Pass or trying to get onto the goal circle. Teaching Points 1. Demonstrate what a double dodge looks like 2. Keep body upright, balanced stance with weight on balls of feet 3. Suddenly change direction by bending knees and pushing off strongly with the opposite foot in the new direction – e. g. lead left push off right foot 4. Use arms to lead off in new direction 5. Lead towards the ball 6. Use short quick steps

Task Using information on the previous slide create a coaching guide to dodging in Netball. This must be indepth so a beginner can understand it.

Y 7 Netball – Shooting in Netball Shooting is very important in Netball. You can only shoot inside the ‘D’ and only two players on your team are allowed the shoot – Goal Attack and Goal Shooter. The closer you get to the ring, the easier it is to score. The Technique Keep your elbow by your forehead and only move the top part of your arm. Straighten your elbow and your knees and then release the ball. Toss the ball up in an up-and-over motion toward the ring. Aim at the center point above the net as you shoot and flick your hand forward with your shooting arm.

Task Create a shooting fact file for Netball. Please include; - Shooting technique - Shooting rules - Why shooting is important in Netball

Y 7 Netball – Defending Tips - Your feet should be 3 feet away from the attacking player’s landing foot - Go up onto your toes for more height - Keep your arms and hands outstretched - Communicate with your team – players should call out to each to move left or right to help intercept the pass. - Jump when the player passes or shoots - Always jump for the rebound Communication is so important when defending in Netball. You must communicate with your team to know where opposition players are, where opposition players are moving too and what is happening on the court. If your communication as a team is clear then you can be very successful

Task Write a paragraph explaining why defending is important in Netball. Think about the rules of defending, communication, movement and balance to help you write this piece of work.

Y 7 Netball – Turning in the air is an advanced skill used in Netball. If you master this skill it can mean that your team can move further up the court quickly. To execute turning in the air you must be aware of your position on the court but more importantly, the positions of your opponents and of your team mates. You must use the correct footwork technique when executing this skill and have a good passing range to be successful.

Task Watch You. Tube videos of Netball players turning in the air. Write down the technique they use and how they use the turn in the air to be successful.

Y 7 Netball – Defensive Principles Stage 1 Defending • Be netball ready – one your toes, slightly bent knees and ready to catch or intercept a ball • Keep close to your opponent • Be ball side • Take on a side approach so you can see the attacker and also the ball • Standing slightly in front at a 45 degree angle can work too Stage 2 Defending • Your feet should be 3 feet away from the attacking player’s landing foot • Go up onto your toes for more height • Keep your arms and hands outstretched • Communicate with your team – players should call out to each to move left or right to help intercept the pass. • Jump when the player passes or shoots • Always jump for the rebound

Task Design an information leaflet for a netball beginner on defensive principles. This should be colourful and informative as it will be on display in the PE changing rooms.

Y 7 Netball – Gameplay Goal Shooter (GS): Works in and around the semi-circle with the GA to score goals Goal Attack (GA): Works with GS to score goals Wing Attack (WA): Flanks the offensive players giving them shooting opportunities Centre (C): Links the defence and the attack Wing Defence: Prevents WA from passing and to look for interceptions Goal Defence: Intercepts the ball and prevent passes to the GA Goal Keeper: Prevents the GA/GS from scoring goals within the semicircle and works with GD

Task Create an information poster on everything you have learnt during your block of Netball. Include any skills you have improved plus any new knowledge you have gained