2v1 Attacking Challenge
Two attackers work together to beat one defender using passing and dribbling combinations
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About This Activity
Two attackers work together to beat one defender using passing and dribbling combinations
Quick Info
high
21
20m x 8m per channel (multiple channels)
Equipment Required
Footballs
1 per group of 3
Cones
20-30
Hockey sticks
1 per student
Hockey balls
1 per group plus spares
Cones or markers
10-15 for boundaries and positions
Suitable For
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Football
Hockey
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Tactics
Team Play
Passing
Decision Making
Agility
Coordination
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
High Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Skill Game
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Respect
Weather
All Weather
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