Grade 6 Physical And Health Education Handball – Standing Shot Notes
Handball — Standing Shot
Subject: Physical and Health Education | Topic: Handball | Subtopic: Standing Shot
Age: 11 years (Kenyan primary school level)
1. What is a Standing Shot?
A standing shot is a basic handball throw made from a standing position (no run-up). It is used to pass, shoot at goal from close range, or to move the ball quickly during play.
2. Why learn the Standing Shot?
- Builds good throwing technique for passing and shooting.
- Helps improve accuracy and control.
- Useful in school matches on the court or field.
3. Equipment and place
- Handball (size 1 for children) or similar sized ball.
- Flat grass pitch, tarmac playground, or indoor court.
- Markers or cones for target practice.
4. Steps to perform a Standing Shot (Simple)
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart. If right-handed, place left foot slightly forward (reverse if left-handed).
- Hold the ball with the throwing hand under and behind the ball; other hand supports at the side.
- Look at your target (team mate or goal).
- Pull the ball backward a little with the throwing arm, keeping elbow up.
- Push forward using shoulder and arm, snap the wrist when you release the ball for accuracy.
- Follow through: the throwing arm continues toward the target and your body weight moves slightly forward.
5. Key teaching points (Simple cues)
- "Eyes on target" — always look where you want the ball to go.
- "Step & throw" — step with front foot toward the target then throw.
- "Elbow up" — keeps throw strong and straight.
- "Snap the wrist" — improves accuracy.
6. Common mistakes and how to fix them
- Throwing only with the wrist — teach them to use shoulder and elbow for power.
- Not looking at the target — use target practice to train focus.
- Poor balance — practise standing throws while keeping feet steady.
7. Simple practice drills
- Partner target: Children pair up 5–7 m apart and aim at each other's hands. Count successful hits in 1 minute.
- Goal target: Place a cone in the goal area. Each child takes 5 standing shots from close range — count hits.
- Accuracy ladder: Mark 3 targets at different heights; score 3, 2, 1 points for each hit.
8. Safety tips
- Warm up before practising (light jogging, arm swings).
- Keep space between children to avoid collisions.
- Use appropriate ball size and a soft surface if possible.
9. Simple assessment for teachers
Use a short checklist during drills: stance, elbow position, eye on target, follow-through, and accuracy (hits out of 5). Record progress week to week.
10. Fun class activity (Kenyan school use)
"Village Goal Challenges": Divide class into small groups. Each group takes turns making standing shots at a small target (cone or teacher’s raised hand). Winners move up a step to a harder target — promotes teamwork and friendly competition.
Visual: Standing Shot posture
Note for teachers: Keep instructions short and show the action slowly. Repeat often and encourage safe, fair play — values taught in Kenyan schools.