In this unit, students will engage in a variety of soccer activities that promote teamwork, skill development, and positive social interaction. The focus is on building fundamental skills such as dribbling, passing, shooting, and defending to use them in game situations and game play. It is based on the learn, practice, play model to support student development.
Student Learning outcomes:
Students will apply soccer skills (dribbling, passing, and shooting) during games.
Students will work cooperatively and respectfully with teammates.
Unit Plan
This unit is 6 days - building on introductory skills and progressing over the days.
Day 1
Dribbling demonstration
Line Dribbling practice
Find a friend
Passing Demonstration
Partner Passing
Day 2
Review Dribble and Pass
Partner Soccer Gates
Shooting Demonstration
Shooting Practice
Pin Soccer
Day 3
Review Skills
Intro to Goalkeeping
Ghost Keeper
4 Corner Soccer
Day 4
Review Skills
Dribble - Pass - Pass - Shoot
Game demonstration
3v3 practice games
Day 5
Review Skills and Rules
3v3 Games
Day 6
Review Skills and Rules
5v5 tournament
Self-Reflection
General Modifications for Soccer:
Equipment:
Use larger and/or brighter balls (foam, beach)
Use brightly colored balls
Larger goals
Skill and Rule Adaptions
Use smaller playing area
Modify rules: no defense, no taking away from player, no goalies)
Use specific roles during games
Assessment:
Skills checklist - for dribbling, passing, and shooting
Self-reflection: Teamwork and cooperation
Instructional Keys
Break skills into smaller steps
Use visual aids
Use repetition and practice time
Pair students for peer support or peer tutoring
Emphasize teamwork and cooperation over winning and losing