Year 4 - Physical education
The forehand and backhand
Net and wall games: tactics to overcome an opponent through pickleball
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Unit Summary
This unit will develop pupil's understanding of how to beat an opponent in net based games with a specific focus on pickleball. Pupils will enjoy learning how to create space to win points and develop their competence when using a paddle to pay forehand and backhand shots.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to use both the forehand and backhand shot and apply tactics to decide which shot is best to use in a rally.
Key Notes
- Move: returning to the middle of the court quickly after each shot means we are ready to return the ball again.
- Move: aim for space on the court increases our chance of scoring points against an opponent.
- Think: reflecting on our performance improves our decision making as to when to play a forehand or a backhand shot.
- Feel: managing our emotions when we lose and being respectful of the rules demonstrates excellent self discipline.
- Connect: striving to be respectful when we win or lose shows that we understand the importance of fairness.
Vocabulary To Learn
- rally: a continuous number of shots played without stopping
- court: an area marked out for playing games such as paddle tennis
- points: a unit of scoring used to measure success in a game
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Pupils may struggle when switching from a cooperative rally to a competitive rally. Pupils may struggle to use their backhand and rely too much on their forehand.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Explain the lesson in two key points.
Move: returning to the middle of the court quickly after each shot means we are ready to return the ball again. Move: aim for space on the court increases our chance of scoring points against an opponent.
2. What does this key word mean in this lesson? 'rally'
a continuous number of shots played without stopping.
3. Correct this common mistake.
Mistake: Pupils may struggle when switching from a cooperative rally to a competitive rally. Pupils may struggle to use their backhand and rely too much on their forehand. Correction: A cooperative rally involves pupils trying to help one another to play longer rallies. A competitive game involves hitting the ball into space away from their opponent. Encourage pupils to use their forehand and backhand in rallies.
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