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Use advanced level tactics and game strategy in netball play
Use advanced level tactics and game strategy in netball play
Unit of competency
National Code
SISSNTB305A
SISSNTB305A
State Code
D6601
D6601
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Transition (Deleted)
Transition (Deleted)
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/04/2013
Field of Education
092101 - Sport And Recreation Activities
Original Release Date
08/04/2013
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required by players to use overarching game strategy and player tactics in netball activities at an advanced level. It requires the ability to prepare for and participate in drills, activities, games and competitions using advanced level game strategy and tactical skills and to review and evaluate self and team tactical performance.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Participate in pre-game preparation sessions.
- 1.1. Seek information on and comprehend the role of the coach and support staff in developing and implementing game strategies and tactics for netball games.
- 1.2. Participate in discussions on individual and team strengths and weaknesses to improve individual and team performance in game strategy.
- 1.3. Participate in netball drills and activities to develop advanced level player skills in game strategy and individual and team tactics.
- 1.4. Participate in pre-game briefings to clarify and comprehend appropriate game strategy, individual and team tactics and communication systems.
- 1.5. Discuss and evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of the opposition team and its individual players and identify counter tactics to be used during game play.
- 1.6. Prepare for advanced netball games by using pre-game psychological techniques.
2. Implement the game strategy and use tactics during a netball game.
- 2.1. Safely implement identified game strategy according to the International Federation of Netball Associations' Rules of Netball, relevant regulations and policies and procedures.
- 2.2. Use agreed attack and defence tactics to target strengths and weaknesses of own players and opposition players.
- 2.3. Identify in-game statistics for team, players and opposition and implement required adjustments to in-game strategy and tactics.
- 2.4. Maintain effective communication with team members and coach in order to implement game strategy and tactics.
3. Participate in post-game de-brief and evaluate the success of the game.
- 3.1. Participate in post-game discussions and evaluate strengths and weaknesses of own players and opposition players to improve future court positioning, match-ups and use of tactics.
- 3.2. Review the success of game strategy and tactics utilised in drills, activities and games, identify strengths and areas requiring improvement and discuss with team and coach.
- 3.3. Identify own personal progress and satisfaction with performance and provide feedback to team and coach.
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Strengths and weaknesses may relate to:
fitness components:
speed
agility
balance
endurance
strength
power
flexibility
repeated sprint ability
height
ability to successfully implement unit work and set team plays
skills in attack and defence .
Drills and activities may involve:
developing tactical skills through appropriate sequencing of skills
progressive skill acquisition in netball tactics
progressive development of team game strategy
breaking down game strategy and tactical skills
coordinated positional plays
modifying game strategy and tactical skills
warm ups and cool downs.
Game strategy may involve:
roles of individual players in the game strategy
patterns of play in attack and defence
attacking systems of play
defending systems of play
set team plays
situational plays specific to stages of match
positions and match-ups
area defence versus one on one
identifying strengths and weaknesses of opposition game strategies and tactics and use of counter tactics.
Tactics may involve:
unit work between:
Goal Shooter&Goal Attack
Wing Attack and Centre
Centre and Wing Defence
Goal Defence and Goal Keeper
centre passes both in attack and defence
throw-ins
penalty passes and shots
free passes
plays to maximise weaknesses in opposition team plays
plays to counter strengths in opposition team plays
countering tactics to diminish or negate opposition player strengths such as double defending.
Communication systems may include:
calls
hand signals
eye signals
signs
codes for different plays.
Psychological techniques may include:
goal setting
visualisation
relaxation techniques
intrinsic motivation
motivation techniques
focusing.
Regulations may relate to:
occupational health and safety (OHS) legislation
terms and conditions of permits from land management authorities or local council
terms and conditions of authorities or permissions from netball clubs or associations
environmental protection regulations.
Policies and procedures may involve:
risk management
safety
management of current or recurring injuries and illnesses
conflict resolution
in game communication procedure
use, care and maintenance of equipment and court
training and scheduling commitments
Australian Sports Commission Harassment-free Sport policy
Netball Australia's Member Protection Policy
Netball Australia Anti-doping policy
Netball Australia's Junior Policy.
Statistics may include:
playing statistics for own team and opposition:
shooting
penalties
errors and turnovers
interceptions
number of goals scored from own centre passes
number of goals scored from turnovers and interceptions
rebounds.
Strengths and weaknesses may relate to:
fitness components:
speed
agility
balance
endurance
strength
power
flexibility
repeated sprint ability
height
ability to successfully implement unit work and set team plays
skills in attack and defence .
Drills and activities may involve:
developing tactical skills through appropriate sequencing of skills
progressive skill acquisition in netball tactics
progressive development of team game strategy
breaking down game strategy and tactical skills
coordinated positional plays
modifying game strategy and tactical skills
warm ups and cool downs.
Game strategy may involve:
roles of individual players in the game strategy
patterns of play in attack and defence
attacking systems of play
defending systems of play
set team plays
situational plays specific to stages of match
positions and match-ups
area defence versus one on one
identifying strengths and weaknesses of opposition game strategies and tactics and use of counter tactics.
Tactics may involve:
unit work between:
Goal Shooter&Goal Attack
Wing Attack and Centre
Centre and Wing Defence
Goal Defence and Goal Keeper
centre passes both in attack and defence
throw-ins
penalty passes and shots
free passes
plays to maximise weaknesses in opposition team plays
plays to counter strengths in opposition team plays
countering tactics to diminish or negate opposition player strengths such as double defending.
Communication systems may include:
calls
hand signals
eye signals
signs
codes for different plays.
Psychological techniques may include:
goal setting
visualisation
relaxation techniques
intrinsic motivation
motivation techniques
focusing.
Regulations may relate to:
occupational health and safety (OHS) legislation
terms and conditions of permits from land management authorities or local council
terms and conditions of authorities or permissions from netball clubs or associations
environmental protection regulations.
Policies and procedures may involve:
risk management
safety
management of current or recurring injuries and illnesses
conflict resolution
in game communication procedure
use, care and maintenance of equipment and court
training and scheduling commitments
Australian Sports Commission Harassment-free Sport policy
Netball Australia's Member Protection Policy
Netball Australia Anti-doping policy
Netball Australia's Junior Policy.
Statistics may include:
playing statistics for own team and opposition:
shooting
penalties
errors and turnovers
interceptions
number of goals scored from own centre passes
number of goals scored from turnovers and interceptions
rebounds.
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
performs advanced level tactical skills relevant to positional requirements and conditions on sufficient occasions to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance
utilises knowledge of advanced level game strategy, tactical netball skills and relevant rules, regulations and policies when playing at an advanced level
determines strengths and weaknesses of individual players and teams and psychologically prepares to apply tactics and strategies accordingly
communicates appropriately with team members, coaches, umpires and support staff throughout drills, activities, games and competitions, and responds to feedback
reviews own and team's performance to identify strengths and areas requiring improvement or modifications.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must also ensure access to:
netball training and competition facilities
equipment such as netballs, goal posts, uniforms and positional bibs.
groups of advanced level netball players to train and play with and against
an accredited coach who has achieved advanced status to instruct and address players
support staff and scorers
umpires qualified to manage at least an advanced level players' game
rules of netball
current relevant regulation ,player policies, procedures and codes that apply to participation in game strategy and tactical netball activities.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
observation of performance of advanced level tactical skills with speed and accuracy during drills, activities, games and competitions
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of relevant rules, regulations and policies and how game strategies and tactics impact on compliant play
evaluation of third-party reports from coaches or umpires detailing performance.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
SISSNTB306A Use advanced level netball skills
SISSNTB203A Participate in conditioning for netball.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
performs advanced level tactical skills relevant to positional requirements and conditions on sufficient occasions to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance
utilises knowledge of advanced level game strategy, tactical netball skills and relevant rules, regulations and policies when playing at an advanced level
determines strengths and weaknesses of individual players and teams and psychologically prepares to apply tactics and strategies accordingly
communicates appropriately with team members, coaches, umpires and support staff throughout drills, activities, games and competitions, and responds to feedback
reviews own and team's performance to identify strengths and areas requiring improvement or modifications.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must also ensure access to:
netball training and competition facilities
equipment such as netballs, goal posts, uniforms and positional bibs.
groups of advanced level netball players to train and play with and against
an accredited coach who has achieved advanced status to instruct and address players
support staff and scorers
umpires qualified to manage at least an advanced level players' game
rules of netball
current relevant regulation ,player policies, procedures and codes that apply to participation in game strategy and tactical netball activities.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
observation of performance of advanced level tactical skills with speed and accuracy during drills, activities, games and competitions
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of relevant rules, regulations and policies and how game strategies and tactics impact on compliant play
evaluation of third-party reports from coaches or umpires detailing performance.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
SISSNTB306A Use advanced level netball skills
SISSNTB203A Participate in conditioning for netball.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C6805 | SRSNTB009A | Perform the advanced tactics and strategies of netball in a competitive situation | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J763 | SIS30613 | Certificate III in Sport Career Oriented Participation | Qualification |