Lesson Notes By Weeks and Term v4 - SHS 2
Sports Participation
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Sports Participation
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Subject: Physical Education Health Core
Class: SHS 2
Term: 2nd Term
Week: 14
Grade code: 3.1.3.LI.7
Strand code: 1
Sub-strand code: 2
Content standard code: 3.1.2.CS.1
Indicator code: 3.1.3.LI.7
Theme: Physical Activity and Health
Subtheme: Sports Participation
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This lesson builds on our previous work on the fundamental skills of table tennis. We will move from simply knowing the skills to actively using them in a controlled, game-like situation. Table tennis is a popular and accessible sport in many Ghanaian communities and schools, offering immense benefits for health (improving reflexes, hand-eye coordination) and social interaction. By learning to apply these skills in a rally, learners can enjoy the sport more, participate in recreational games (like school "Inter-Co" competitions), and build lifelong healthy habits. Today, we bridge the gap between practice and play.
This section serves as the core content for the lesson. It explains the fundamental skills we will be applying today. A. The Foundation: Grip and Stance
Before any shot, the foundation must be correct. The Shakehand Grip: This is the most common and versatile grip. How to do it: Hold the racket as if you are shaking hands with it. Your thumb and index finger should rest on opposite sides of the blade. The "V" shape formed by your thumb and index finger should be along the edge of the racket handle. Why it's important: It allows for a strong forehand and a flexible backhand without changing your grip significantly. Keep the grip relaxed, not tight, to allow for wrist action. The Ready Stance: This is the position you take before your opponent hits the ball. How to do it: Stand about an arm's length away from the table. Feet should be slightly wider than shoulder-width apart. Knees should be bent, and your body should lean forward from the waist. Your weight should be on the balls of your feet, ready to move in any direction. Hold the racket in front of your body, around waist height. Why it's important: It provides balance and allows for quick movement to the left (for backhand) or right (for forehand). B. The Core Skills for Today's Rally
We will focus on the two main attacking strokes used to keep a rally going. The Forehand Drive This is typically the most powerful shot, played on the same side of the body as your playing hand (the right side for a right-handed player). Step-by-Step Breakdown: Preparation (Backswing): From the ready stance, pivot your body at the waist and shoulders. Your playing arm moves back and slightly down. The racket should be kept relatively closed (facing slightly downwards). Execution (Forward Swing): As the ball approaches, swing forward and slightly upward. Rotate your hips and shoulders towards the ball. The main power comes from this body rotation, not just the arm. Contact: Make contact with the ball slightly to the side and in front of your body, at the peak of its bounce. Brush up and over the top of the ball to create topspin. Follow-through: Continue the swing forward and across your body. Your racket should finish pointing towards the target, roughly near your non-playing shoulder. This ensures you complete the stroke and maintain balance. Analogy: Think of it like closing a car door with your whole body, not just your arm. The Backhand Drive This shot is played on the non-playing side of your body (the left side for a right-handed player). Step-by-Step Breakdown: Preparation (Backswing): From the ready stance, bring your racket in front of your body, near your stomach. Your wrist should be slightly cocked back. There is very little body turn compared to the forehand. Execution (Forward Swing): Swing the racket forward and slightly upward, leading with your elbow and snapping your forearm and wrist towards the ball. Contact: Make contact with the ball directly in front of your body. Like the forehand, brush up and over the ball to generate topspin. Follow-through: The swing continues forward in the direction you are hitting the ball. It's a much shorter follow-through than the forehand. Analogy: Imagine you are throwing a frisbee backhanded. The snapping motion of the forearm is similar.
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