SHAPE STANDARDS
S1.E22.1- Volleys an object with an open palm, sending it upward.
S4.E2.1- Follows the rules and parameters of the learning environment.

CASEL STANDARDS
Self-Management: Goal Setting

ASSESSMENT RUBRIC

 

Objective: Volley a lightweight object with open palms with partner

Volleyball Unit | Level 8

TECHNIQUE
Today we are going to learn how to volley a lightweight object with open palms with partner.

IMPORTANCE
Volleying a lightweight object to a partner is important because it is the first step in learning how to pass and set the ball to another teammate.

VOCABULARY
Palm of the hand:
the part of the hand between the bases of the fingers and the wrist.
Volley: hit of the ball made before it touches the ground.

When volleying a lightweight object with open palms with partner, it is important to:

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1. Face your partner.

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2. Put your pinkies together with your palms up.

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3. Keep your hands together.

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4. Make contact with the ball on the palm of your hands.

 

PRACTICE

  1. I will divide students into teams of two. Ro Sham Bo to decide who will go first. Spread out into the field with the ball and stand 3 – 5 feet away from each other. When I say, "GO!" volley the ball with both hands back and forth. Do not let the ball hit the ground.
  2. Repeat as many times as needed.

TEAMMATE VOLLEY

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TIM
10-20 minutes

NUMBER OF STUDENTS
No restriction

EQUIPMENT
1 beach ball per 2 students

STORYLINE
Today we are playing Teammate Volley. Your goal is to volley a lightweight object with open palms to a teammate and see how many complete volleys you can make.

INSTRUCTIONS

  • I will divide the class into teams of two.
  • Before the game begins, Ro Sham Bo to decide who will start with the ball.
  • The other teammate will start 3 – 5 feet away.
  • When I say, “GO!” volley the ball using both hands and open palms to each other.
  • Count aloud each complete volley you make.
  • Switch roles after 10 volleys.
 

Game 1: Play as indicated above.
Game 2: Have students switch teammates.
Game 3: Have students take a step backwards every time a volley is made so the distance between them grows larger.
Exit Ticket: Students volley the ball with open palms to the teacher to put the equipment away.

 

TEACHING TIPS

  • Approach:
    • If volleying is too difficult, have students hit and catch the volleyball.
    • Divide students into teams based on athletic ability.
    • Remind students to be aware of other teams around them when volleying the 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: 
    • I worked hard today by...
    • Was it easy or difficult to volley with a partner?

CATCH ME IF YOU CAN

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TIME
10-20 minutes

NUMBER OF STUDENTS
No restrictions

EQUIPMENT
1 beach ball per 2 students

STORYLINE
Today we are playing Catch Me If You Can. Your goal is to volley a lightweight object with open palms with a teammate and see how many complete volleys you can make.  

INSTRUCTIONS

  • I will divide the class into teams of two.
  • Before the game begins, spread out into the field with your teammate.
  • Ro Sham Bo to decide who will toss first.
  • When I say, "GO!" the teammate with the ball will toss and catch first.
  • After the ball has been tossed, the other teammate will volley the ball back using both hands and open palms.
  • Continue to toss and hit until I say, "CHASE!"  The student that has the ball is the tagger and the other student is the runner.
  • The runner must run around the field without getting tagged by the ball.
  • When I say, "CAUGHT!” get back together with your teammate and switch roles.
 

Game 1: Play as indicated above. Students must tag each other with the beach ball.  
Game 2: Students can tag each other by throwing the beach ball.
Exit Ticket: Students volley the ball with open palms to the teacher put the equipment away.

 

TEACHING TIPS

  • Approach:
    • Remind students to stand 3– 5 feet apart from each other.  
  • 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: 
    • I worked hard today by...
    • Was it easy or difficult to volley with a partner?

NEWCOMB BALL II

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TIME
15-25 minutes

NUMBER OF STUDENTS
No restrictions

EQUIPMENT
3 beach balls
15 short cones
Optional: net
Optional: 1 balloon

STORYLINE
Today we are playing Newcomb Ball II. Your goal is to volley the beach ball with open palms to the opposing team.  

INSTRUCTIONS

  • I will divide the class into teams of two.
  • Before the game begins, spread out onto your side.  
  • I will give you a number – this will be the serving order. I will also decide which team serves first.
  • When I say, "GO!" the team that has the ball first will serve underhand.  
  • After the ball has been served, you can either hit the ball back or catch the ball.
  • If the ball hits the ground or goes out of bounds, the other team gets to serve.
  • You cannot hit the ball twice in a row.
  • You cannot move from your spot once the ball has been served – you can only pivot on one foot.
  • We will begin a new game and teams will switch sides once everyone has had a chance to serve.
 

Game 1: Play as indicated above. Do not keep score.  
Game 2: If necessary, add beach balls to increase participation.
Variation: To increase difficulty, use a net instead of short cones.
Variation: To decrease difficulty, have students use balloons instead of beach balls.
Exit Ticket: Students volley the ball with open palms to the teacher to put the equipment away.

 

TEACHING TIPS

  • Approach:
    • Divide the teams equally based on athletic ability.
  • Safety:
    • Encourage students to say, “Got it!” to avoid collisions.  
  • 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: 
    • I worked hard today by...
    • Was it easy or difficult to volley with a partner?