Lesson 5: Defense

1. What is the skill used on defense in lacrosse to get the ball away from the offense?
2. What are some basic safety rules that must be followed while playing lacrosse?

lacrosse stick, lacrosse ball, poke check

1.12.1 Demonstrates activity-specific movement skills in a variety of lifetime sports and activities.
2.12.1 Demonstrates knowledge of tactics and strategies within lifetime sports & activities.
3.12.6 Applies best practices for participating safely in physical activity (e.g., injury prevention, spacing, hydration, use of equipment, implementation of rules, sun protection).

DOK Level 1: Identify safety rules of lacrosse
DOK Level 1: Show proper defensive technique in lacrosse

Olympics
Recreational Leagues
College games

Teams will be divided equally by skill
Multiple games - different skill levels

Students will demonstrate their learning by effectively participating in lacrosse activities using the skills learned throughout the lesson.

Students will be assessed using a skills rubric

lacrosse sticks, lacrosse balls, cones, safety goggles, goals, scrimmage vests