4v4 Defensive Focus Hockey
Small-sided hockey game emphasising defensive skills application, block tackles, and team defensive positioning with D-zone scoring rule
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About This Activity
Small-sided hockey game emphasising defensive skills application, block tackles, and team defensive positioning with D-zone scoring rule
Quick Info
high
24
30m x 20m (adaptable to available space)
Equipment Required
Hockey sticks
1 per student (30)
Hockey balls
3-4 balls minimum
Goals
2 goals
Coloured Bibs
2 sets (8 each colour)
Boundary and D-zone cones
25-30 cones
Dish Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Hockey
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Bibs Required
Goals Required
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Features
Inclusive
Fun
Challenging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Skills
Tactics
Game Sense
Team Play
Defensive Skills
Activity Type
Main Game
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Intensity
High Intensity
Competition
Moderate Competition
Weather
All Weather
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