Small-Sided Soccer

Good afternoon, Wildcats!

Watch our second graders at work -

https://vimeo.com/190312189

         It's been a little while since I've checked in. We started our soccer unit, and we are getting down the fundamentals before we begin some small-sided game play next week. Team sports can be a little bit unnerving for students if they haven't been involved in those activities outside of school.

         Fortunately, there exist a variety of methods to make sure each student experiences some level of success.  Small-sided games are one of the best methods for ensuring that PE is not dominated by those with a higher level of skill in a given activity. A small-sided game is one in which the rules or environment is modified.


         For example, next week we will be playing some 1 vs 1 games to get students used to controlling the ball. We will also be playing 3 vs. 3 with four potential goals for each team and no goalies. These small-sided games create an environment where players are able to get more quality touches on the ball, more experience in all phases of the game, and a higher degree of enjoyment and success. I love these small-sided games because, although the game is modified, it still provides students with the fundamental and tactical skills required for the activity.

Check out the link to see a small-sided game example -

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wq0BQCbQMTU


         The past two weeks, we covered dribbling, trapping, turns, passing, and kicking. Next week, as we begin some game play, we will work on shielding. Thanks for checking in!

Thanks!

Miss Stone