Fourth grade students began their soccer unit by revisiting passing and trapping. Students were given the freedom to define their passing parameters with the stipulation that they were using proper technique and successful around 80% of the time. This teaching style empowers the students while enabling me time to assess individual skill level and the skill level for the group as a whole. This week students will be using their passing skills in small games and will work on thigh traps and chest traps.
Third grade students were given a similar task as the fourth graders to assess passing and trapping proficiency. They were also asked to juggle using one bounce between touches. They will work on trapping bouncing balls this week as well as shooting.
Second grade students worked on passing and trapping last week. This week they will use these skills in small games that combine, passing, trapping, and dribbling.
Kindergarten/First grade students will be focusing on dribbling, passing, and trapping.
