4v2 Possession and Pressure Game
Dynamic game applying dribbling skills under defensive pressure with tactical decision-making
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About This Activity
Dynamic game applying dribbling skills under defensive pressure with tactical decision-making
Quick Info
high
24
Multiple 10m x 8m areas (typically need 20m x 15m total)
Equipment Required
Cones
16-20 for boundaries
Hockey sticks
1 per student
Tennis Balls
1 per playing area
Coloured Bibs
2 per playing area for defenders
Suitable For
Year 5
Suitable Sports
Hockey
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Bibs Required
Cones Required
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Teaching Focus
Problem Solving
Team Challenge
Skills
Tactics
Decision Making
Dribbling
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Activity Type
Main Game
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Intensity
High Intensity
Competition
Moderate Competition
Weather
All Weather
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