Lesson 1: Passing & Trapping
Duration of Days: 1
Lesson Objective
Students will effectively demonstrate multiple ways in which to properly pass and trap a soccer using the critical elements.
Which pass is the best choice for your situation?
How can you use the pass to gain an advantage over your opponent?
Which trap is the best choice for your situation?
Short Pass (in-step)
Long Pass
Loft/Chip Pass
Foot Trap ("catching")
Chest Trap
1.12.1 Demonstrates activity-specific movement skills in a variety of lifetime sports & activities.
2.12.1 Demonstrates knowledge of tactics and strategies within lifetime sports & activities.
3.12.2 Exhibits proper etiquette, respect for others, and teamwork while engaging in physical activity.
4.12.2 Selects and participates in physical activities that meet the need for social interaction.
DOK Level 3: Students will analyze which pass is appropriate for specific situations and choose the proper skill.
Soccer is the played world wide and is quickly increasing in popularity amongst students in Meriden.
Travel Soccer, School Teams, Recreational Leagues
Soccer is just kicking the ball into the goal. It doesn't take much skill.
Different distances between partners
Different levels of inflation on the soccer balls
Check for understanding using the guiding questions and teacher observation of appropriate skill demonstration.
Student can be assessed using a skills rubric
Soccer balls, ample field space, soccer goals, scrimmage vests