Activity
Basketball Overhead pass
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Basketball
Technique: Passing
Class: Class 4
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Basketball
Technique: Passing
Class: Class 5
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Basketball
Technique: Passing
Class: Class 9
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Basketball
Technique: Passing
Class: Class 10
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Basketball
Technique: Passing
Class: Class 11
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Basketball
Technique: Passing
Class: Class 12
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Basketball
Technique: Passing
Class: Class 6
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Basketball
Technique: Passing
Class: Class 7
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Basketball
Technique: Passing
Class: Class 8
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Basketball
Technique: Passing
Basketball Overhead pass
Learning Outcomes
This activity develops throwing and catching skills together with core strength.
Description Of Activity
Overhead Pass Mastery
Warm-up:
Light jog around the court
Arm circles, leg swings
High knees, butt kicks
Ball handling drills (dribbling, passing)
Activity Learning Outcomes:
Students will learn the correct technique for an overhead pass.
Students will be able to accurately pass the ball over long distances.
Students will develop the strength and coordination needed for powerful overhead passes.
Activity Description:
Demonstration: Demonstrate the correct technique for an overhead pass, emphasizing the grip, stance, and follow-through.
Partner Passing: Pair students up and have them practice passing the ball to each other from a short distance.
Distance Passing: Gradually increase the distance between partners to challenge accuracy and power.
Target Practice: Set up targets (e.g., cones, hoops) and have students aim their overhead passes at them.
Game Play: Incorporate overhead passes into small-sided games to simulate real-game situations.
Cool Down:
Static stretches, such as calf stretches, hamstring stretches, and quadriceps stretches.
Deep breathing exercises.
Coaching Tips:
Variations
- One-handed overhead pass
Two-handed overhead pass with spin
Overhead pass with a jump
Coaching Tips
Encourage students to use their legs to generate power for the pass.
Remind students to follow through with their arms to ensure accuracy.
Provide feedback on their form, accuracy, and power.
Emphasize the importance of eye contact with the receiver.
Encourage students to practice passing with both hands.
Equipment/Material Required
Basketballs, Cones or other markers (optional)
By following these guidelines and incorporating practice and repetition, students can develop their overhead passing skills and become more effective basketball players.