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3v3 Marking Masters

Small-sided games where teams apply marking principles and develop defensive communication in realistic game situations

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About This Activity

Small-sided games where teams apply marking principles and develop defensive communication in realistic game situations

Quick Info

18 mins
high
18
Two pitches 15m x 10m each

Equipment Required

Goals or cones

4 goals or 16 cones

Footballs

2 balls minimum

Bibs

12 bibs (2 colours)

Boundary cones

16-20 cones

Suitable For

Year 5
Year 4
Year 6

Suitable Sports

Football

Activity Tags

Equipment

Ball Required
Minimal Equipment

Competition

Non-Competitive

Features

Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Activity Type

Main Game

Values

Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation

Space

Medium Space
Outdoor

Skills

Team Play
Agility
Coordination

Weather

All Weather