Medium Term Plan - Netball - Year 9

The medium-term plan for Year 9 netball at Key Stage 3 spans six lessons, structured to enhance both individual and team performance. The intent is to develop and refine game plans to outwit opponents, with a focus on executing core skills in various competitive scenarios. Students are expected to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of netball rules, play specific positions effectively, and maintain physical exertion. The curriculum covers advanced principles of attack and defence, decision-making during skill execution, and effective teamwork to manipulate space. Students will also deepen their grasp of netball-specific terminology and rules.

Skills such as passing, receiving, ball handling, footwork, shooting, marking, intercepting, and dodging are emphasised, with learning sequences designed to build on fundamental skills, increase challenge levels, and incorporate pressurised game situations for tactical planning. The course encourages pupils to develop outwitting strategies, improve physical and mental capacities, and replicate skills with high precision. Decision-making and problem-solving in dynamic game settings are crucial, offering students opportunities to assume various team roles and officiating positions. Personal development is also a key component, focusing on exercise preparation, resilience, independence, teamwork, sportsmanship, and community engagement. The plan culminates in evaluating and improving performance through peer and self-assessment, with QR codes provided for additional resources on specific netball skills and techniques.