3v3 Defensive Challenge Game
Small-sided basketball game focusing on defensive application with specific rules for turnovers and restarts
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About This Activity
Small-sided basketball game focusing on defensive application with specific rules for turnovers and restarts
Quick Info
18 mins
high
18
Half basketball court (15m x 15m minimum)
Equipment Required
Basketball hoop
1-2
Basketballs
2-3
Cones
10-15
Coloured Bibs
15-20
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 4
Suitable Sports
Basketball
Activity Tags
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Equipment
Bibs Required
Goals Required
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Skills
Game Sense
Team Play
Agility
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Competition
Moderate Competition
Weather
All Weather
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