3-Metre Rule Enforcer
Practice activity focused on understanding and applying the 3-metre distance rule in handball restart situations
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Practice activity focused on understanding and applying the 3-metre distance rule in handball restart situations
Quick Info
moderate
24
20m x 15m for multiple stations
Equipment Required
Cones
30-40 cones for distance marking
Measuring tape
2-3 measuring tapes
Handballs
6-8 balls
Referee signal cards
5-6 cards
Measuring Tapes
As needed
Cards
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Handball
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Skill Progression
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Decision Making
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Weather
All Weather
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