4v4 Basketball with Start Line Rule
Modified basketball game focusing on decision-making and shooting application with possession restart rule
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About This Activity
Modified basketball game focusing on decision-making and shooting application with possession restart rule
Quick Info
high
24
Full basketball court or multiple smaller courts 15m x 10m each
Equipment Required
Basketball Hoops
2-4 depending on number of games
Basketballs
1 per game (2-4 total)
Team bands
2 sets per game in different colours
Cones for start lines
4-6
Basketball
As needed
Team bibs
As needed
Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Basketball
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Space
Large Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Teaching Focus
Cognitive Challenge
Team Challenge
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Activity Type
Main Game
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Skills
Game Sense
Team Play
Shooting
Decision Making
Intensity
High Intensity
Competition
Moderate Competition
Weather
All Weather
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