LEARNING OUTCOME

To improve control, heading and volleying techniques

TEACHING CUES

• Emphasis is on 1st touch, soft touch, keep ball out of feet and in the direction of supporting player
• Players encouraged to keep the ball in the air which will allow team mate an easier pass to deal with before knocking over the net.
• Communication is essential

ACTIVITY SET-UP AND PROCEDURE

EQUIPMENT:

Marked area appropriate size for age, 8 cones, 1 ball between 4 players

SET-UP:

ACTIVITY PROCEDURES:

• Using the scoring system from tennis, players pass, volley or head the ball to the opponent’s side of the court / area over the net (or coned area).
• Each team are allowed three touches and 2 bounces before knocking the ball over the net.

Progressions:

• Allow more or less touches and bounces
• Increase / decrease the size of the area

COOL DOWN/ CLOSURE

Review Skill/Activity, stretching, and questions.