SHAPE STANDARDS
S1.M24.7- Demonstrates correct technique for a variety of skills in 1 self-selected individual-performance activity.
S2.M1.7- Reduces open space by using locomotor movements (walking, running, jumping and landing, changing size and shape of body) in combination with movement concepts (reducing the angle in the space, reducing distance between player and goal, etc.).

CASEL STANDARDS
Self-Management: Self-Motivation

ASSESSMENT RUBRIC

 

Objective: Blind exchange

Running Unit | Level 32

TECHNIQUE
Today we are going to learn how to blind exchange.

IMPORTANCE
The blind exchange is important because it forces you to focus on speed in order to maximise your chances of widening a lead between you and your competitors.

VOCABULARY
Blind exchange: a transfer of the baton with the front runner never looking at the baton or the teammate passing the baton.

When blind exchanging it is important to:

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1. Your body should face forward with your left hand extended behind you. Turn your head to look over your left shoulder.

2. Begin running when you see your teammate 10m away.

3. At the predetermined point, bring your left hand into position until you receive the baton.

4. The baton must be passed in a 20m exchange zone.

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5. Hold the baton at the bottom end for the easiest exchange.

 

PRACTICE

  1. I will divide the class into partners. Ro Sham Bo with your partner to decide who will begin on the baseline with the baton and who will begin on the midline ready for the baton exchange. When I say, "GO!" the partner on the baseline will begin running towards the midline. The partner on the midline may begin running when his/her partner is about 10 feet away. Once the partner with the baton reaches the end line, switch roles. 
  2. Repeat as many times as necessary. 

GREYHOUND CHASE III

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TIME
15-25 minutes

NUMBER OF STUDENTS
6-20 students per game

EQUIPMENT
16 short cones
2 tall cones (blue, green)
2 batons

OBJECTIVE
Today we are playing Greyhound Chase III. In this game, the objective is to blind exchange the baton with your teammate as quickly as possible in order to catch up and tag one opposing team members.  

INSTRUCTIONS

  • I will divide the class into two teams. I will select one team to be the Greyhounds and one team to be the rabbits.
  • Before the game begins, each team will form a single file line behind one of the tall cones.
  • When I say, “GO!” the first person in each line will run a lap clockwise around the course and try to catch up to the runner from the other team.
  • As you begin to approach your team, the next teammate in line can begin running.
  • Make sure to pass of the blind exchange the baton before the receiving teammate runs past the blue cone.
  • If you catch up to the other runner, tag him/her with a soft hand.
  • We will begin a new round when someone is tagged.
 

Game 1: Play as indicated above.
Exit Ticket: Students perform a blind baton exchange with a partner on the way to line up to go back to class.

 

TEACHING TIPS

  • Approach:
    • Be mindful about creating teams so that running skills are equally divided.
    • Remind students they must stay outside of the cones when running around the track.
  • ELL Accommodation:
    • Post labeled pictures of skills and game play.
    • Partner with proficient English speakers for directions/modeling and reflections.
  • SpEd Accommodation:
    • Set individual goals for physical or behavioral modifications. 
    • Allow students to demonstrate skill one-on-one with teacher.
    • Allow students extra time to master the skill.
  • Reflection:
    • At what position should you hold the baton for the easiest exchange?
    • How could you and a partner work together to improve your blind baton exchanges?

RATATAT! II

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TIME
10-20 minutes

NUMBER OF STUDENTS
6-20 students per game

EQUIPMENT
4 dots per course (2 red, 2 yellow, 2 blue, 2 green)
2 tall cones per course
2 batons per course

OBJECTIVE
Today we are playing Ratatat! II. In this game, the objective is to blind exchange the baton as you switch directions to catch your opponent before they catch you.

INSTRUCTIONS

  • I will divide the class into four teams. Each team will line up behind a tall cone.
  • When I say, “GO!” the first person in each team will run around the course (stepping on each dot).
  • If you hear me call out, “Ratatat!” you must switch directions (run the opposite way).
  • As you approach your team, the next student in line may begin running to get ready for the blind exchange before your opponent catches up.
  • The baton must be passed before the receiving student reaches the next dot. 
  • To tag your opponent, you must have the baton.
  • If you catch up to the other team, tag them with a two-finger tag.
  • We will begin a new round when someone is tagged.
 

Game 1: Let students run a few laps before incorporating a “Ratatat!”.
Game 2: Call out, “Ratatat!” a few times in each round.
Exit Ticket: Students perform a blind baton exchange with a partner on the way to line up to go back to class.

 

TEACHING TIPS

  • Approach:
    • Depending on class size and classroom management, add more or less courses.
  • ELL Accommodation:
    • Post labeled pictures of skills and game play.
    • Partner with proficient English speakers for directions/modeling and reflections.
  • SpEd Accommodation:
    • Set individual goals for physical or behavioral modifications. 
    • Allow students to demonstrate skill one-on-one with teacher.
    • Allow students extra time to master the skill.
  • Reflection:
    • At what position should you hold the baton for the easiest exchange?
    • How could you and a partner work together to improve your blind baton exchanges?

BATON EXCHANGE RELAY II

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TIME
15-25 minutes

NUMBER OF STUDENTS
10-25 students per game

EQUIPMENT
3 short cones per team
1 baton per team

OBJECTIVE
Today we are playing Baton Exchange Relay. In this game, the objective is to blind exchange the baton with your teammates and win the relay race.  

INSTRUCTIONS

  • I will divide the class into teams of four.
  • With your team, decide who will race in the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and last position.
  • Before the race begins, start in a block start position.
  • When I say, “GO!” runners may begin racing.
  • The baton must be passed within the exchange zone (yellow cones).
  • If the baton is dropped, quickly pick it up and continue the race.
  • The first team to reach the finish line wins.
 

Game 1: Play as indicated above.
Game 2: Have the top two or three teams compete in a final race.  
Game 3: Have racing positions be different lengths (1st position runs the shortest distance and last position runs the farthest).
Exit Ticket: Students perform a blind baton exchange with a partner on the way to line up to go back to class.

 

TEACHING TIPS

  • Approach:
    • Discuss with students beforehand that this is a winning and losing game and if students do not feel comfortable they can participate in a noncompetitive game.
    •  Choose 1-2 students to act as referees to determine a winner at the end of each race.
    •  If space is limited, have 2-3 runners on a team.
  • ELL Accommodation:
    • Post labeled pictures of skills and game play.
    • Partner with proficient English speakers for directions/modeling and reflections.
  • SpEd Accommodation:
    • Set individual goals for physical or behavioral modifications. 
    • Allow students to demonstrate skill one-on-one with teacher.
    • Allow students extra time to master the skill.
  • Reflection:
    • At what position should you hold the baton for the easiest exchange?
    • How could you and a partner work together to improve your blind baton exchanges?