Sportsmanship and Review

Begin the session by guiding participants through a series of warm-up exercises to prepare their bodies for physical activity and to promote team unity.

• Basic Stretches: Lead the group through a series of dynamic stretches, including arm circles, leg swings, and torso twists, to improve flexibility and prevent injury.
• Partner Stretching: Pair participants and have them assist each other with gentle stretches, focusing on communication and support.
• Team-Building Exercise: Organize a quick icebreaker activity such as a name game or trust exercise (e.g., trust fall) to build rapport and camaraderie among team members.
• Group Huddle: Conclude the warm-up with a group huddle to motivate participants and emphasize the importance of teamwork and sportsmanship for the day's activities.

Guide participants through a review of key flag football skills. Focus on reinforcing techniques and fostering confidence in their abilities. The activity includes the following:

• Passing: Demonstrate proper grip and throwing techniques. Pair up participants to practice short and long passes, emphasizing accuracy and consistency.
• Catching: Highlight the importance of hand-eye coordination. Organize a drill where participants catch passes from different angles and distances.
• Flag Pulling: Explain the correct stance and approach for flag pulling. Set up a practice session where participants take turns as offensive players and defenders, focusing on agility and timing.

Provide constructive feedback and encourage participants to support each other in improving their skills.

Engage participants in an interactive discussion about the importance of sportsmanship and respecting opponents in sports. Encourage them to share their thoughts and experiences. Focus on the following key points:

• Understanding Sportsmanship: Discuss what sportsmanship means and why it is crucial in sports. Highlight that it involves fair play, respect for opponents, and graciousness in winning or losing.
• Respecting Opponents: Emphasize the importance of respecting opponents, recognizing their efforts, and maintaining a positive attitude regardless of the game's outcome.
• Encouraging Teamwork: Talk about the role of teamwork in fostering a supportive environment and how it contributes to the overall enjoyment and success of the game.
• Sharing Personal Experiences: Invite participants to share personal experiences or stories where they witnessed good sportsmanship in action. Encourage them to reflect on how these experiences impacted their view of the game.

Conclude the discussion by reinforcing the idea that sportsmanship is as important as skill in flag football and enhances the enjoyment and development of everyone involved.

Participants engage in a friendly match to apply the skills they have learned in a supportive and respectful environment. The match focuses on showcasing teamwork, sportsmanship, and the key flag football skills of passing, catching, and flag pulling.

• Divide participants into two balanced teams to ensure a fair and enjoyable game.
• Review the rules of flag football briefly to remind everyone of the key aspects of play.
• Encourage participants to communicate and collaborate with their teammates during the match.
• Emphasize fair play and respect for opponents, reminding players to acknowledge good plays from both teams.
• Facilitate the match, providing guidance and feedback to reinforce positive behaviors and correct any misunderstandings.
• Conclude the match with a group handshake or high-five line to reinforce the spirit of sportsmanship.