Team Sports

The Roles

Players in TeamsTeam members should• Be positive• Always play fair• Support team mates• Co-operate• Respect the opposition• Respect the referee/umpire – do not argue• Know the rules• Control their own behaviour• Enjoy the game• Try hard for the team• Thank the opposition – shake handsKey words• Positive, Helpful, Fair, Respect, Control, Effort

The Role of the CaptainThe Captain• Is a leader• Sets the example• Is fair to all players• Knows the rules• Discusses the game with the coach• Has important jobs

– The toss– Discussion with the referee/umpire– Thanks the referee, umpire, opposition coach– After-match speeches

Key Words• Leadership, Fair Play

Leadership

Means

• Being on time

• Accepting responsibility

• Trying your best for others

• Being organised

• Setting a good example

• Treating others fairly

Role of the CoachGood Coaches Will• Be fair• Support all team members• Ensure all team members join in• Make substitutions• Listen to team members when making

decisions• Be leaders• Be organised• Plan active practice sessionsKey Words• Positive, Encourage, Share, Leader, Plan, Fun

Communication • Be prepared, know what you are going to say• Gain attention• Speak clearly• Use words that are easily understood• Volume and speed - to suit situation• Make sure that you can see everyone and they can

see you• Face group away from distracting things - E.g. sun,

other groups• Confirm understanding be questioning• Give plenty of praise and encouragement• Provide positive corrections to performance

PRESENT YOURSELF IN A POSITIVE AND ENTHUSIASTIC MANNER

Warm up

Everybody takes a warm up

• 5 - 10 minutes long

1. running, skipping, jumping activities

2. start slowly, build up gradually

3. stretching – use a variety of activities

4. skill based activities

Warm Down• Warm down gradually after vigorous activity.

This1. speeds recovery2. reduces muscle soreness• 3-5 minutes long• Jog slowly – introduce actions to involve

major muscle groups• Stretch gently to prevent tightening of

muscles• Concentrate on those muscles used most in

game (probably legs, shoulders, neck)• Shower (if available)• Put on warm clothing

Perfect Practice Makes PerfectPlanning A Practice

A good practice has

• Time for a warm up

• Time to practice skills by ourselves and with others

• Time to discuss tactics, all members participating

• Enough equipment

Perfect Practice Makes PerfectTaking Practices

• Make good use of available time

• Ensure all players are involved

• Use a plan

• Encourage and help others to improve their skills

• Make practice active

• Concentrate on what is needed for the game

Perfect Practice Makes PerfectGame Tactics• Have a team plan for the game• Involve all players in the plan• Make good use of the team

strengths• Keep game plan within the rules• Watch how other teams play• Support all team members during

the game

You Can Be A Referee/Umpire • Sport requires a referee or umpire• Referees and umpires make mistakes• Do your best to: know the rules, be fair, let the

game flow• Remember to: be on time, work with the duty

team for equipment, score sheets, officials• Check safety equipment and facilities• Start game on time• Make your own decisions, be firm and fair• Blow whistle crisply and sharply• Speak loudly and clearly

Safe SportMake Sport Safe By• Having plenty of space• Having correct equipment• Wearing suitable clothing and protective gear• Having adequate warm up/warm down• Keeping yourself fit• Considering others• Removing obstacles from playing area• Making sure equipment is safe• Being a fair player