3v3 Defending Game
Small-sided game focusing on team defensive coordination using jockeying skills
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About This Activity
Small-sided game focusing on team defensive coordination using jockeying skills
Quick Info
high
24
15m x 10m per game (multiple games possible)
Equipment Required
Cones
20-30 for boundaries and goals
Footballs
4-5 (one per game plus spares)
Team bands/bibs
15-20
Suitable For
Year 3
Suitable Sports
Football
Activity Tags
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Game Sense
Defending
Team Play
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Competition
Low Competition
Activity Type
Main Game
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Weather
All Weather
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