Phys-Ed Final Summative: Sports Units (Dylan Murray)

Has a strong focus on incorporating team members within each possession.

Football

Large team sport (11 players each) played on a field with the objective of carrying the ball to the opposing teams end-zone.

Basketball

A game played between 2 teams if 5 players. The objective of the game is to shoot the ball into the net/hoop on the opposing teams net. Each player is only able to dribble the ball, as kicking the ball is a violation.

Non-Traditional Sports/Games

Typically involve/incorporate a variety of skills and techniques into the game.

Volleyball

Played between two teams of up to 6 players, similar to badminton; the objective of the game is to volley or bump the ball over a net earning a point if the ball lands on the floor.

Typically more leader-driven, not all teammates get an equal share of play.

Soccer

Played by 2 teams with 11 players on the field at a time for each team. Played with a ball that can only be touched by a goalkeeper, each team will attempt to kick the ball in the opposing teams net

Badminton

A game played by 2 teams ranging from singles (1 vs 1) to doubles (2 vs 2). The objective of the game is hit a birdie back and forth over a net, with the goal of the birdie falling onto the opposing player(s) court, hitting the floor.

Hockey

Played between two teams of up to 11, the sport is played with hockey sticks and a puck/ball. The objective is to score on the opposing teams net by using only the stick.

Each position demands a distincly different skill or level of fitness.

Require strength training.

Out of all sports, I believe that basketball and volleyball

Boost Self-Confidence and Mental Development

Although all sports build upon an individuals overall self-confidence, I personally believe that basketball has the strongest focus on the development of ones overall self-confidence out of all sports. This is because, from playing and training for numerous years, I've learned that Basketball is all about going beyond what you believe your physical and mental limitations are.

(Personal Connection)

World Renowned Athletes

Most popular Sports

Amongst most classes, Soccer, Football, and Basketball are typically a favorite students

Both Soccer, Basketball, and Football have some of the most famous and widely recognized athletes and sports moments in history. A few of these players include Michael Jordan, Lebron James, Christiano Ronaldo, and Tom Brady

Require a goal keeper

(Personal Connection)

Had far too many offensive and defensive positions, so as a class we roughly followed the game, paying attention to the main positions (ie quarterback, runningback)

(Personal Connection)

"Health benefits of playing sports include the efficient functioning of the heart, controlled diabetes, lower cholesterol levels, improved blood circulation, lower hypertension, and lower stress levels. It helps in weight management, the toning of muscles and the strengthening of bones" ("Health Benefits Of Playing Sports", 2016)

Basketball aids as a stress reliever for me, and a large majority of my friends. The reason being is due to the fact that sports help take the mind off of any stressful situations, and loosen tensions.