Activity
Zone Shooting
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Handball
Technique: Shooting
Class: Class 4
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Handball
Technique: Shooting
Class: Class 5
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Handball
Technique: Shooting
Class: Class 6
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Handball
Technique: Shooting
Class: Class 7
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Handball
Technique: Shooting
Class: Class 8
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Handball
Technique: Shooting
Class: Class 9
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Handball
Technique: Shooting
Class: Class 10
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Handball
Technique: Shooting
Class: Class 11
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Handball
Technique: Shooting
Class: Class 12
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Handball
Technique: Shooting
Zone Shooting
Learning Outcomes
Develop basic overhand throwing motion for shooting, improve accuracy towards general areas of a large goal or target.
Description Of Activity
Use a large goal or create large target zones (high left, high right, low left, low right) using cones or markers. Students stand at a comfortable distance (5-7 meters) and practice throwing the ball into the designated zones. Focus on a smooth arm swing and stepping with the opposite foot.
Variations
Award points for hitting specific zones.
Increase the distance gradually.
Use different sized balls.
Have students throw with their non-dominant hand.
Coaching Tips
Emphasize the importance of stepping with the opposite foot to the throwing arm.
Focus on a full arm extension and follow-through towards the target.
Encourage a wrist snap for added power and accuracy.
Make it a game with individual or team scores.
Equipment/Material Required
Handballs, large goal or cones/markers to create target zones.