Physical Education

“The world would have us believe that winning or success is measured by points on a scoreboard or by dollar signs. The Christian realises that winning or success is determined by whether or not a goal has been achieved, and that goal is to bring glory to God.” Thomas M. Boqdon

OVERVIEW

Students investigate a number of different strategies using a ‘game sense’ approach, where the focus is not only on technical proficiency, but a greater emphasis is placed on the development of tactics and decision-making. It involves the use of small-sided games to develop skills rather than the practice of discrete skills in isolation or through conditioned drills. Practice games always involve players or students making choices. Through involvement in the small-sized games, students develop a Christian perspective towards competition with a view to promoting sportsmanship and cooperation.

AIMS

To improve skill level under competitive pressure
To improve transfer of skills across games
To improve decision-making
To improve use of space in games
To develop teamwork and cooperation
To develop leadership
To maximize participation
To increase fun, enjoyment and motivation

TOPICS INCLUDE

Athletics
Badminton
Cross Country
Fitness
Netball
Soccer
Volleyball

Other Sports and Activities

House Sports: Athletics, Ball Sports, Badminton, Cross Country, Swimming
Interschool Sports: Badminton, Basketball, Netball, Soccer, 5-a-side Soccer, Super 8’s Cricket, Tennis, Table-Tennis, Volleyball
Interschool Carnivals: Athletics, Cross Country, Swimming
WCC Activities: Aerobic Fitness, Golf, Indoor Cricket, Lawn Bowls, Self-defense

TIME ALLOCATION

3 periods per cycle

REQUIREMENTS

Physical Education uniform as per College requirements
A mouth guard is recommended to be used for activities that involve a higher level of physical contact
Sport levy is charged via the College Fees for Interschool Sport and activities

ASSESSMENT

Attitude and Effort
Athletics 5-star Program
Game-sense Rubrics
Fitness level against Age and Gender norms

“Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize. Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown that will not last, but we do it to get a crown that will last forever. Therefore, I do not run like someone running aimlessly; I do not fight like a boxer beating the air. No, I strike a blow to my body and make it my slave so that after I have preached to others, I myself will not be disqualified for the prize.” 1 Corinthians 9:24-27