Teamwork and Tactical Games · Team Sports

Offensive and Defensive Strategies

Understanding basic tactics like moving to open space and guarding an opponent.

Key Questions

  1. 1How can moving to an open space help your team score?
  2. 2What is the best way to anticipate an opponent's next move?
  3. 3How does a team's strategy change when they lose possession of the ball?

Common Core State Standards

SHAPE: Standard 2 - Movement Concepts
Grade: 4th Grade
Subject: PE & Health
Unit: Teamwork and Tactical Games
Period: Team Sports

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