2v2 Tactical Catching Challenge
Small-sided game where students take turns throwing at opponents while developing awareness and tactical catching
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About This Activity
Small-sided game where students take turns throwing at opponents while developing awareness and tactical catching
Quick Info
10 mins
moderate
24
30m x 20m for multiple groups
Equipment Required
Balls
1 per group of 4 (7-8 balls total)
Markers
12-16 cones for area marking
Suitable For
Year 8
Suitable Sports
Dodgeball
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Teaching Focus
Problem Solving
Team Challenge
Skills
Tactics
Throwing
Game Sense
Catching
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Competition
Moderate Competition
Activity Type
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
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