4v4 Hockey Game
Competitive 4v4 hockey games with goals, incorporating pass and move skills
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About This Activity
Competitive 4v4 hockey games with goals, incorporating pass and move skills
Quick Info
high
24
Multiple 10m x 10m pitches
Equipment Required
Hockey sticks
1 per student
Tennis Balls
1 per game plus spares
Cones
8 per pitch (for boundaries and goals)
Team bands
8 per game (4 each team)
Team bibs
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Hockey
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Skills
Tactics
Game Sense
Team Play
Passing
Dribbling
Activity Type
Main Game
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Intensity
High Intensity
Space
Outdoor
Competition
Moderate Competition
Weather
All Weather
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