3v3 Dodgeball Mini-Tournament
Fast-paced 3v3 dodgeball games in a structured tournament format emphasising tactics, fair play, and character development
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About This Activity
Fast-paced 3v3 dodgeball games in a structured tournament format emphasising tactics, fair play, and character development
Quick Info
high
18
Two courts minimum 8m x 6m each with 2m safety margin
Equipment Required
Soft Dodgeballs
6 (3 per court)
Cones for court marking
16-20
Stopwatch/timer
2
Score sheets and pens
4 sets
Cones
As needed
Stopwatch
As needed
Score Sheets
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Dodgeball
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Cones Required
Space
Large Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Competition
Tournament Style
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Competitive Learning
Skills
Tactics
Game Sense
Team Play
Activity Type
Main Game
Values
Teamwork
Fair Play
Sportsmanship
Intensity
High Intensity
Weather
All Weather
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