Project Details

Participants will choose a sport with which they are familiar. They will then use this sport to develop a thematic approach to the teaching of the sport. Through the duration of the project the students participate as members of teams in seasons that are longer than the usual physical education unit. They take an active role in their own sport experience by serving in varied and realistic roles. Thus replicating authentic sport settings these roles include captains, coaches, trainers, statisticians, officials, publicists, and members of a sports council. Teams develop camaraderie through team uniforms, names, and cheers as they work together to learn and develop skill and tactical play.