Review and Team Bonding in Football

Primary 5 Football Communication on the Field
First Term Lesson Notes – Week 10

Subject: Physical and Health Education (Football Communication)
Class: Primary 5
Term: First Term
Week: 10
Age: 9-10 years
Topic: Review and Team Bonding
Sub-topic: Revisiting Communication Strategies and Building Team Chemistry
Duration: 40 Minutes

Behavioural Objectives

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

Recall and summarize the key communication strategies learned during the term.
Participate actively in team-building exercises to foster trust and unity.
Apply communication skills effectively during a final practice match.

Keywords

Review
Team bonding
Chemistry
Trust
Communication

Set Induction

The teacher asks pupils to share their favorite moments from previous lessons and how they improved their communication skills during games.

Entry Behaviour

Pupils have practiced various communication techniques throughout the term and are familiar with the importance of teamwork.

Learning Resources and Materials

Footballs
Cones for setting up drills and exercises
Whistle for match supervision

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

Pupils have learned and practiced vocal and non-verbal communication, defensive and offensive strategies, and staying calm under pressure. This lesson integrates all those skills with team-building exercises.

Embedded Core Skills

Collaboration
Leadership
Conflict resolution
Strategic thinking

Learning Materials

Training bibs for team identification
Visual aids summarizing key communication strategies
Equipment for team-bonding games

Reference Book

Lagos State Scheme of Work for Physical and Health Education, Primary 5

Instructional Materials

Chart listing key phrases and strategies learned.
Demonstration videos of professional teams building chemistry and trust.

Content

Review of Communication Strategies
- Vocal cues like “man on,” “pass,” “shoot,” and “mark up.”
- Non-verbal cues like hand signals, eye contact, and body positioning.
- Staying calm and focused during high-pressure moments.
Team-Bonding Activities
- Relay drills emphasizing trust and teamwork.
- Partner exercises like “passing under time constraints” to build chemistry.
- Group activities to improve understanding and camaraderie.
Final Practice Match
- A friendly game where pupils apply all the communication techniques learned.
- Assessment of how effectively they communicate and work as a team.

Fill-in-the-Blank Questions

Team bonding helps improve __________.
a) Chemistry and trust
b) Fitness only
c) Individual play
d) Rules of the game
Communication strategies include __________ cues.
a) Vocal and non-verbal
b) Random and unclear
c) Silent and aggressive
d) Confusing and loud
A good team relies on __________.
a) Trust
b) Confusion
c) Panic
d) Arguments
A final practice match helps assess __________.
a) Individual skills only
b) Team communication
c) Poor performance
d) Refereeing
An example of a team-bonding activity is __________.
a) Relay drills
b) Shouting at teammates
c) Playing alone
d) Ignoring instructions

15 FAQs with Answers

Q: Why is team bonding important in football?
A: It helps improve trust, understanding, and teamwork among players.
Q: What are examples of team-bonding activities?
A: Relay drills, partner exercises, and group games.
Q: Why do we review communication strategies?
A: To reinforce what has been learned and ensure it is applied effectively.
Q: How does trust affect team performance?
A: Trust improves coordination and reduces mistakes.
Q: What should players focus on during the final practice match?
A: Applying communication skills and working as a team.
Q: How can vocal cues help during a game?
A: They provide quick and clear instructions to teammates.
Q: Why are non-verbal cues important?
A: They allow communication when vocal instructions cannot be heard.
Q: What is one way to stay calm during high-pressure moments?
A: Using breathing techniques and focusing on the team goal.
Q: How can team chemistry improve communication?
A: It ensures teammates understand each other better, reducing errors.
Q: What role does the captain play in team bonding?
A: The captain motivates and unites the team.
Q: How does a practice match benefit communication skills?
A: It allows players to apply and test their skills in a real-game scenario.
Q: Can team-bonding exercises be fun?
A: Yes, they are designed to be enjoyable and promote unity.
Q: What is the key to effective teamwork?
A: Trust, communication, and mutual support.
Q: Why should players avoid arguments on the field?
A: Arguments disrupt teamwork and communication.
Q: How do coaches evaluate communication improvement?
A: By observing players during drills and matches.

Presentation (Steps 1-3)

Step 1:
The teacher reviews the key communication strategies learned throughout the term, asking pupils to share examples.

Step 2:
The teacher organizes team-bonding activities such as relay drills and partner exercises, explaining their importance in building trust and chemistry.

Step 3:
Pupils participate in a final practice match, applying the communication techniques they have learned while the teacher observes and provides feedback.

Teacher’s Activities

Facilitate team-bonding activities and explain their significance.
Supervise the final practice match and evaluate pupils’ communication.
Provide constructive feedback to encourage further improvement.

Learners’ Activities

Actively participate in team-building exercises.
Communicate effectively during the final practice match.
Reflect on their performance and suggest ways to improve as a team.

Assessment

List two key communication strategies learned this term.
Why is team bonding important in football?
Describe one team-building activity.
How does trust improve teamwork?
What should players focus on during a practice match?

Evaluation Questions

Why is a review of communication strategies necessary?
Name two examples of team-bonding activities.
How does good communication help during a match?
What is the role of non-verbal cues in football?
Why should trust be emphasized in team sports?
How can players improve team chemistry?
Describe how a final practice match assesses communication.
What can players learn from team-building exercises?
How does a coach evaluate team communication?
Why is staying positive important in team bonding?

Conclusion

The teacher wraps up by highlighting the importance of communication and teamwork in football. Pupils share their thoughts on what they learned during the term and how they will use these skills in future games.

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