Throw Catch Grading Guide
Physical Education Assessment Guide
Throwing & Catching Grading Guide
Total: 10 Marks • Out of 100%
Page 1: Performance Scales & Conversions
Performance Level Bands
Each mark equals 10% on the 100% grading scale
Tier 4 90–100%
Excellent Understanding
9–10 Marks
Consistently demonstrates mature biomechanics, fluid opposition, and soft-hand catching across all distances.
Tier 3 70–80%
Good Understanding
7–8 Marks
Shows proficient form and body control; steps with opposition and tracks incoming trajectory with minor inconsistencies.
Tier 2 50–60%
Developing Understanding
5–6 Marks
Grasps foundational concepts but lacks mechanical fluidity; occasionally traps against chest or steps with the same foot.
Tier 1 0–40%
Needs Further Practice
0–4 Marks
Needs targeted cues and confidence building; struggles with tracking flight path, arm extension, and safe ball reception.
Mark-to-Percentage Conversion Matrix (0–100%)
| Raw Mark | Percentage | Understanding Category | Performance Rating |
|---|
| 10 / 10 | 100% | Excellent Understanding | Mastery |
| 9 / 10 | 90% | Excellent Understanding | Accomplished |
| 8 / 10 | 80% | Good Understanding | Proficient |
| 7 / 10 | 70% | Good Understanding | Competent |
| 6 / 10 | 60% | Developing Understanding | Approaching |
| 5 / 10 | 50% | Developing Understanding | Progressing |
| 4 / 10 | 40% | Needs Further Practice | Emerging |
| 3 / 10 | 30% | Needs Further Practice | Emerging |
| 2 / 10 | 20% | Needs Further Practice | Beginning |
| 1 / 10 | 10% | Needs Further Practice | Introductory |
| 0 / 10 | 0% | Needs Further Practice | Not Observed |
Proficiency Benchmark: 70% (7/10 Marks) or higher meets grade-level standard
Physical Education Assessment Standard
Assessment Rubric & Scoring Log
Skill Criteria & Student Observation Tracker
Page 2: Rubric Details
Component A: Throwing (0–5 Marks) Weight: 50%
5 Marks (Mastery):
Fluid side-on stance, sharp opposition step, elbow above shoulder, complete follow-through across body. High accuracy (9–10/10 throws).
4 Marks (Proficient):
Steps with opposite foot consistently; good torso rotation; minor variance in release arc or accuracy (7–8/10 throws on target).
3 Marks (Developing):
Steps with opposition occasionally; limited hip rotation; pushes ball from shoulder. Fair accuracy (5–6/10 throws).
0–2 Marks (Needs Practice):
Same-foot step or static feet; no weight transfer; throws wide or erratic. Under 50% accuracy; needs modified ball.
Component B: Catching (0–5 Marks) Weight: 50%
5 Marks (Mastery):
Balanced athletic ready position; tracks flight continuously; catches with fingers extended away from chest; absorbs force (9–10/10 catches).
4 Marks (Proficient):
Hands in front of body; thumbs together high, pinkies low; slight body trap on hard throws (7–8/10 catches secured cleanly).
3 Marks (Developing):
Regularly traps ball against torso/chest; reacts late to flight speed; misses catches outside midline (5–6/10 catches secured).
0–2 Marks (Needs Practice):
Turns head away or flinches; stiff arms with closed hands; unable to gauge trajectory. Under 50% success; requires soft foam balls.
Key Coaching Cues for Teacher Observation
Throwing Cues: “T-Position / Side to Target” • “Step in Opposition” • “Elbow High” • “Follow Through to Pocket”
Catching Cues: “Eyes on Ball” • “Thumbs Together (High)” • “Pinkies Together (Low)” • “Soft Hands / Cushion”
Student Assessment Recording Log
Use blank lines to record trials during live assessment
| # | Student Name | Throwing (/5) | Catching (/5) | Total (/10) | Percentage | Proficiency Level |
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Accommodations & Modifications: For 0–4 Marks (Needs Practice), utilize larger foam balls, reduce throwing distance to 3m, or allow two-bounce catches.
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