Medium Term Plan - Table Tennis - Year 9

The Year 9 medium-term plan for table tennis at Key Stage 3 spans six lessons, with the intent to hone advanced techniques and tactical acumen in students. The plan aims to enhance students' ability to outwit opponents by developing their attack and defence skills in competitive play. It also focuses on deepening their understanding of the game's rules and enabling them to confidently score and officiate matches unassisted. The curriculum is designed to instil knowledge of shot selection, strategic deception, and play sequences, while also familiarising students with the specific terminology and rules of table tennis.

Over the course of the six lessons, students will progress through a sequence of learning that builds on fundamental skills, increases the challenge, and incorporates game-like pressure to refine tactical planning. They will work on their grip, stance, various types of spins, and serving techniques. The curriculum emphasises the development of physical and mental capacity, decision making, problem-solving, and personal development, aiming to prepare students for both the physical demands of the sport and the strategic thinking it requires. Evaluation and improvement are key components, with students learning to assess their performance and identify areas for growth. The plan is comprehensive, addressing not only the physical execution of skills but also the cognitive and emotional aspects of competitive play.