4 vs 2 Basketball Game
Small-sided basketball game where 4 attackers try to score against 2 defenders
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About This Activity
Small-sided basketball game where 4 attackers try to score against 2 defenders
Quick Info
high
8
15m x 10m playing area
Equipment Required
Basketballs
2-3 balls
Targets for scoring
3-4 cones or markers
Boundary Markers
8-10 cones
Bibs for defenders
6 bibs
Basketball
As needed
Targets
As needed
Sun Markers
As needed
Bibs
As needed
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 4
Suitable Sports
Basketball
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Activity Type
Main Game
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Skills
Game Sense
Team Play
Passing
Dribbling
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Intensity
High Intensity
Weather
All Weather
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