3v3 Tactical Volleyball with Rotation
A modified volleyball game played 3v3 where teams use 2-1 formation (two back-court defenders, one front-court setter) and must rotate positions when winning serve, applying tactical skills in competitive game situations
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A modified volleyball game played 3v3 where teams use 2-1 formation (two back-court defenders, one front-court setter) and must rotate positions when winning serve, applying tactical skills in competitive game situations
Quick Info
high
24
Sports hall or outdoor court area - minimum 30m x 20m for multiple 3v3 courts. Each court approximately 9m x 6m with 3m clearance between courts.
Equipment Required
Volleyball nets and posts
2-3 nets for class of 30 creating multiple courts
Volleyballs
1 per court (2-3 balls for class of 30) plus spares
Cones or court markers
20-30 for marking court boundaries
Team bibs or bands
3-4 sets of different colours (18-24 bibs total)
Whistle
1 for teacher
Video recording device
1-2 tablets or cameras on tripods (optional)
Cones
As needed
Bibs
As needed
Whistles
As needed
Video Device
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Suitable Sports
Volleyball
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Space
Large Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Tactics
Positioning
Game Sense
Team Play
Coordination
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Challenging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
High Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Competition
Moderate Competition
Weather
All Weather
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