Netball - Lesson 6

In the sixth lesson of a Year 5 netball series, students aim to enhance their shooting abilities and familiarise themselves with the High 5 netball positions. The learning objectives are clearly outlined, with the success criteria stating that pupils should be able to execute a netball shot, show balance and high release, demonstrate wrist action with some accuracy, and display a fluent shooting action. Additionally, they are expected to understand and play using the High 5 positions. The lesson utilises vocabulary from previous sessions and requires equipment such as marker cones, netballs, and netball bibs.

The warm-up consists of a 10-minute session where pupils, in pairs, run around the court practising ball throws and catches with correct footwork and pivot action. They engage in mobility exercises like lunges and leg swings to prepare their leg muscles for the session. This is followed by a recap of High 5 positions and a drill where five players pass the ball from one goal line to the other. The main part of the lesson, lasting 30 minutes, includes further recap of positions and shooting practice where pupils take turns attempting shots, with the key teaching point focusing on technique and taking time for each shot. The session concludes with a High 5 netball competition and a 10-minute cool down involving jogging and stretches, reinforcing the importance of proper cool-down procedures.