6 versus 4 Challenge
Uneven teams game where students learn to exploit numerical advantage and defend when outnumbered
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About This Activity
Uneven teams game where students learn to exploit numerical advantage and defend when outnumbered
Quick Info
high
30
75m x 15m (three areas of 25m x 15m)
Equipment Required
Cones
24-30
Goals
6
Hockey sticks
36
Balls
9-12
Coloured Bibs
18 (multiple colours)
Suitable For
Year 5
Suitable Sports
Hockey
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Goals Required
Cones Required
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Challenging
Teaching Focus
Cognitive Challenge
Team Challenge
Skills
Tactics
Game Sense
Team Play
Activity Type
Main Game
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Intensity
High Intensity
Space
Outdoor
Competition
Moderate Competition
Weather
All Weather
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