Tactical Problem / Focus This game will focus on ball movement and passing, elaborating from the previous

game found on this wiki. It will also add accuracy components that are crucial in the sport for hitting targets. Many people who play soccer are unable to pass accurately to a team mate or use open space on the field effectively. This game will teach students accuracy skills which will allow them to pass and shoot effectively while also implementing special awareness strategies. Introductory Task or Game 1) This game consists of 2 opposing teams whose primary objective is to knock over a bowling pin. 2) This is a relay type of game where students are asked to work together in competition with the opposite team 3) Each group gets a sheet of paper with different body positions on them. Ex: Bridge, through the legs, back arch, etc. 4) Each team will have a one shooter, this shooter will attempt to knock down the bowling pin. The rest of the team creates the body position suggested to them attempting to create a tunnel for the shooter 5) Once a player knocks down the pin, a new shooter rotates in until all players have knocked down a pin once. Whichever team does this first is the winner. Diagram?

Representation The target skills that are learned in this game are transferable to other games such as hockey and baseball. Simplification

If students are having a difficult time doing the task they can use a larger ball or put up more bowling pins increasing the chance that they will knock one over. Exaggeration Students can use a larger ball which will increase their chances of knocking over the pin. Questions for Students 1) What could have made this task easier? 2) Does the power which you use correlate with accuracy? Explain. Progression #1 Now that the students have the basic mechanics of passing using accuracy they will be able to play a more competitive game. This game is played without defenders allowing students to work on the skills they have learned at their own pace. Description: This is a team game focusing on shooting and passing accuracy. To really promote these concepts there will be no defenders and designated passers will be placed in an outside zone. The object of the game is to successfully move the ball among teammates in order to get a clear shot at the pins and knock them down. The team that knocks down the most pins is the winner. 1) This game consists of two opposing teams. 2) For each team there is an inside zone and an outside zone. 3) 3 players will be placed on the inside zone from each team and can move wherever they like inside the boundaries. However, they cannot run with the ball, they must pass it to someone on the outside. 4) The remaining players will be placed in the outside zone. These players can move anywhere along the side boundary lines and can receive passes and provide passes to the inside players. An outside player cannot shoot the ball at the target. 5) Bowling pins will be set up on both sides of the gym. Teams will score by knocking over opposing teams pins. 6) There is also a crease that cannot be crossed by the shooter. All shots must be taken outside of the crease, however players without the ball can retrieve the ball from the crease and pass the ball outside to restart the passing cycle. 7) Opposing teams cannot interfere with each other.

Representation The skills learned in this game are very transferable to other invasion-territory games such as ultimate Frisbee, hockey and handball. Simplification The simplest way to have students learn all the skills is to do the game through with their hands. Hands are easier for passing and accuracy. Also use a larger ball that is easy to catch and throw. If the game is too difficult for them the target zone can be decreased and the target size increased. Exaggeration Boundary lines can be widened to allow a larger field of play. This will allow students more space to work with and practice their spatial awareness as well as offensive tactics. Questions for Students

Q) Is it easy to make a pass while running? A) No, it is easier to stop the ball first before attempting to pass it. Concentrate on accuracy. Q) What part of the foot do you use to make passing more accurate? A) The inside of your foot is more accurate than kicking with your toes. Progression #2 The last progression of this game will be to add defenders to this game. This will decrease the court space allowing students to increase their spatial awareness and passing accuracy. Description: This game has the same objective as that found in progression #1, to knock down more pins than the opposing team. The main difference that will be found in this game is the removal of the outside zone. All players will be brought into the inside zone. This progression is added to give the teams an awareness of defending. It will also emphasize the need for smart accurate passes. Rules: 1. Bowling pins will be set up on both sides of the gym. Teams will score by knocking over opposing teams pins. 2. There is also a crease that cannot be crossed by the shooter. All shots must be taken outside of the crease, however players without the ball can retrieve the ball from the crease and pass the ball outside to restart the passing cycle. Representation: The skills learned in this game are very transferable to other invasion-territory games such as ultimate Frisbee, hockey and handball. Simplification: As in the last progression, the simplist way for students to play this game and get used to offensive and defensive strategies is to use their hands first. Using a larger ball and decreasing the target zone will also also for simplification Exaggeration: Boudary lines could be widened to allow for a larger field of play. Also a larger ball or target could be used. Modification: A modification that could be used is that students use their non-dominant legs to kick the ball. Also different balls and targets could be used during the game. Questions: 1) When on offense should is it effecient to stand in one spot and wait for the ball? 2) When on defense where should you position yourself in relation to the offensive player?