ASSESSMENT RUBRIC

Objective: Punt the ball

Soccer Unit | Level 24

TECHNIQUE
Today we are going to learn how to punt the ball.

IMPORTANCE
Punting is important because 1) it is a different way to kick the ball, 2) it improves your foot-eye coordination and 3) is used in different sports such as rugby and football.

VOCABULARY
Punt: to kick the ball with the top of the foot before the ball which is dropped from the hands, hits the ground.

When punting, it is important to:

PRACTICE

1. Line up on the baseline shoulder-to-shoulder. Hold your ball at waist height. When I say, “GO!” punt the ball towards the midline. After every student has punted, retrieve your ball and go back to the baseline.

2. Repeat as many times as needed.

STORYLINE
Today we are playing Cannonball. Your goal is to listen for your name called and punt the ball to begin the match. 

INSTRUCTIONS

• I will divide the class into two teams.

• Before the game begins, each student will receive a number and will line up shoulder-to-shoulder on their team’s side with a ball. I will call out one number and one student’s name:

  • If your number is called, you are playing on the field.

  • If your name is called, punt your ball anywhere in the field.

• Once the ball has been punted, try and score a goal in your opponent’s net.

• All GrowFit soccer rules apply.

• We will begin a new round when someone scores.

TEACHING TIPS

• Approach:

  • Teams must be given corresponding numbers.

  • Divide teams equally based on athletic ability.

• 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:

  • Describe the steps that it takes to punt a ball.

  • How might you encourage a classmate who is struggling to punt the ball?

  • What is the difference between punting and kicking?

STORYLINE
Today we are playing Punt the Gap. Your goal is to successfully punt the ball to your teammate. 

INSTRUCTIONS

• I will divide the class into teams of two.

• Before the game begins, line up at the midline, five feet away from your partner.

• Ro Sham Bo to decide who will punt first.

• When I say, “GO!” punt the ball to your partner.

• Your partner can either catch the ball or trap it with their body or feet.

• Take a step back once you and your partner have both made a punt.

• Keep your ball in control to avoid hitting other students.

TEACHING TIPS

• Approach:

  • Remind students to be aware of balls being punted around them. Use the term, “Heads up!” to warn students of an incoming ball.

• 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:

  • Describe the steps that it takes to punt a ball.

  • How might you encourage a classmate who is struggling to punt the ball?

  • What is the difference between punting and kicking?

STORYLINE
Today we are playing Rocket Launch.Your goal is to punt the ball, or launch a rocket over the asteroid (defender) in hopes of landing on a planet (caught by a student).  

INSTRUCTIONS

• I will select two rocket launchers.

• I will select one asteroid.

• The planets will line up behind the baseline.

• When I say, “GO!” launch a rocket one at a time to the planets in orbit.

• If a planet catches a rocket, he/she can join the launchers.

• If an asteroid blocks a rocket, the rocket is dead.

• We will begin a new round when there are no more planets left.

TEACHING TIPS

• Approach:

  • Remind students to be aware of balls being punted around them. Use the term, “Heads up!” to warn students of an incoming ball they do not see.

• 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:

  • Describe the steps that it takes to punt a ball.

  • How might you encourage a classmate who is struggling to punt the ball?

  • What is the difference between punting and kicking?