Leadership Communication in Football for Primary 5

Primary 5 Football Communication on the Field
First Term Lesson Notes – Week 7

Subject: Physical and Health Education (Football Communication)
Class: Primary 5
Term: First Term
Week: 7
Age: 9-10 years
Topic: Leadership and Command on the Field
Sub-topic: Communication Skills for Captains and Team Leaders
Duration: 40 Minutes

Behavioural Objectives

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

Explain the role of the captain in communicating with the team and referees.
Demonstrate how to encourage and motivate teammates through positive communication.
Use constructive and respectful language during games and training.

Keywords

Leadership
Motivation
Captain
Constructive communication
Positive talk

Set Induction

Ask pupils to think about their favorite football team and identify how the captain communicates with teammates during matches. Discuss why leadership and motivation are important.

Entry Behaviour

Pupils are familiar with communication for organizing set pieces. This lesson builds on those skills by focusing on leadership and maintaining positive communication.

Learning Resources and Materials

Football
Whistle for role-play exercises
Visual aids showing examples of positive and negative communication

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

Pupils previously learned how communication helps with team organization. Now, they’ll focus on leadership and motivation, which are essential for building teamwork and trust.

Embedded Core Skills

Leadership
Empathy
Teamwork
Emotional intelligence

Learning Materials

Football
Visual aids (e.g., charts of motivational phrases)
Examples of captains communicating during professional matches

Reference Book

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

Instructional Materials

Chart showing common phrases used by captains to lead teams.
Videos of team captains motivating their players in professional games.

Content

Captain’s Role in Communication
- The captain is responsible for guiding the team during matches.
- Key duties include relaying the coach’s instructions and communicating with the referee.
Encouraging and Motivating Teammates
- Examples of positive phrases: “Good job,” “We’ve got this,” “Let’s keep pushing.”
- The importance of recognizing teammates’ efforts and cheering them on.
Maintaining Positive and Constructive Talk
- Avoiding negative language that can discourage teammates.
- Using respectful and clear communication even in high-pressure situations.

Fill-in-the-Blank Questions

The captain is the team’s __________ on the field.
a) Coach
b) Leader
c) Opponent
d) Substitute
Positive communication helps __________ teammates.
a) Confuse
b) Motivate
c) Ignore
d) Discourage
A captain should speak to the referee __________.
a) Rudely
b) Respectfully
c) Quietly
d) Aggressively
An example of a motivational phrase is __________.
a) “We’ve lost!”
b) “Keep it up!”
c) “You’re terrible!”
d) “Why bother?”
Good communication builds __________ among teammates.
a) Trust
b) Anger
c) Frustration
d) Silence

15 FAQs with Answers

Q: What is the role of the captain in football?
A: The captain leads the team, communicates with the referee, and motivates teammates.
Q: Why is motivation important during a game?
A: It helps keep teammates focused and encourages them to perform better.
Q: How can a captain encourage teammates?
A: By using positive phrases and recognizing their efforts.
Q: What does constructive communication mean?
A: Talking in a way that builds confidence and helps improve performance.
Q: Can the captain give feedback to teammates?
A: Yes, but it should be positive and respectful.
Q: Why should a captain communicate respectfully with the referee?
A: To maintain discipline and avoid penalties for the team.
Q: How can a captain handle a discouraged teammate?
A: By motivating them with encouraging words and reminding them of their strengths.
Q: What kind of language should be avoided during a game?
A: Negative, rude, or discouraging language.
Q: Why is eye contact important in communication?
A: It shows confidence and helps teammates understand the message.
Q: What can a captain do if the team is losing?
A: Keep the team motivated and focus on strategies to improve.
Q: Can leadership skills improve communication?
A: Yes, good leadership fosters effective communication and teamwork.
Q: How can players respond to the captain’s instructions?
A: By listening and following the directions promptly.
Q: What is one way to handle arguments during a game?
A: Resolve them calmly with constructive communication.
Q: How can teammates support their captain?
A: By respecting their leadership and cooperating during games.
Q: Why is positive talk crucial in high-pressure situations?
A: It helps reduce tension and keeps the team focused.

Presentation (Steps 1-3)

Step 1:
The teacher reviews last week’s lesson on set piece communication and highlights how leadership builds on these skills.

Step 2:
The teacher explains the role of a captain and introduces positive communication techniques.

Step 3:
Pupils participate in role-play activities where some act as captains, encouraging teammates and communicating with referees during simulated games.

Teacher’s Activities

Explain the qualities of a good leader on the field.
Demonstrate examples of positive communication and motivational phrases.
Organize role-play exercises for pupils to practice being captains.

Learners’ Activities

Practice motivating teammates using positive phrases.
Take turns playing the role of captain during simulated matches.
Discuss the impact of positive vs. negative communication during games.

Assessment

What is the main role of a captain during games?
Why is positive communication important in football?
Give an example of a motivational phrase.
How should a captain communicate with the referee?
What happens when teammates feel encouraged?

Evaluation Questions

What are the responsibilities of a team captain?
Why should captains use positive language?
How can teammates respond to constructive feedback?
What does “constructive communication” mean?
Name two phrases a captain can use to motivate teammates.
Why is respect important in leadership?
How can a captain keep the team focused when losing?
What role does teamwork play in effective communication?
How can players support their captain during a game?
Why should arguments be avoided during matches?

Conclusion

The teacher commends pupils for their efforts in role-playing and emphasizes the value of leadership and positive communication. The lesson ends with a review of key points about a captain’s responsibilities and effective communication techniques.

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