Korfball Attack Roles: Shooter, Rebounder, and Feeders

A korfball game where each four-player attack uses fixed roles: one shooter, one rebounder near the post, and two feeders who move the ball. Students work on offensive organization, ball movement, and rebounding for second chances.

How to play

1. Set up a 30 x 15 m court in two zones with a post in each and make coed teams of 8; each group of four gets role cards (2 min).
2. Whiteboard walk-through: the rebounder sets up near the post, the feeders spread wide, and the shooter finds an open spot 4-6 m (13-20 ft) out (3 min).
3. 4-on-2 in one zone: two defenders move while the attack passes, shoots, and rebounds while keeping roles; 6 possessions, then switch (6 min).
4. 4-on-4 per zone game: a goal off a rebound grabbed by the rebounder is worth 2; switch zones and role cards every two goals (10 min).
5. Each team reviews which role was hardest and how rebounding helped (3 min).

Rules

• No shooting when the defender is between you and the post, facing you, with an arm up.
• No dribbling or running with the ball; keep a pivot foot.
• Each player guards someone of the same sex without blocking their path.
• On rebounds, jump straight up, not into an opponent.

Variations

Adaptations

• Limited mobility: play feeder from a fixed spot marked with a cone.
• Autism or shyness: the role card includes a diagram of their spot and stays the same for two possessions in a row.
• Fitness level: the rebounder role requires less movement and can go to students who need it.

Learning goals

• Organize the attack with complementary roles.
• Use rebounds as a second scoring chance.
• Work as equals with teammates of a different sex.

Equipment for a class of 25

• korfball posts: 2
• balls: 4
• pinnies: 12
• role cards: 16

Teacher tip

Feeders tend to stand still; ask them to move after every pass. Keep the role cards in a box at each court to save time.

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