
Playing Fair: Minimising Basketball Fouls
Year 7 & 8 Physical Education Huanui College, Whangārei Learning to play with respect and fairness
Kupu Māori - Basketball Vocabulary
Hōkītī - Basketball Hē - Foul Hē ā-tinana - Personal foul Hē ā-ahurea - Technical foul Whakatōhea - Fair play

What is a Foul in Basketball?
Think about times you've seen unfair play What actions might hurt or disadvantage other players? Why is it important to play fairly?
Personal Fouls (Hē ā-tinana)
Blocking - stopping a player's movement illegally Holding - grabbing onto another player Pushing - using hands to move someone Charging - running into a stationary defender Grabbing - taking hold of clothing or body

Technical Fouls (Hē ā-ahurea)
Unsportsmanlike conduct Arguing with referees Disrespecting opponents Using inappropriate language Poor attitude or behavior

Activity 1: Foul or Fair?

Good Defensive Position
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Activity 2: Defensive Skills Practice
Partner up for 1v1 practice Focus on staying foul-free Practice proper footwork Use defensive stance Teacher will pause to highlight good technique
Whakataukī - Māori Proverb
He waka eke noa We are all in this together Success comes through cooperation and respect for one another

Key Takeaways - Ngā Kōrero Matua
Personal fouls involve physical contact Technical fouls are about poor behavior Good defense means staying on your feet Respect for opponents and referees is essential Fair play makes the game enjoyable for everyone Use Te Reo Māori terms when playing