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:
1. Face your partner.
2. Put your pinkies together with your palms up.
3. Keep your hands together.
4. Make contact with the ball on the palm of your hands.
PRACTICE
- 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.
- Repeat as many times as needed.
TEAMMATE VOLLEY
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
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
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?