6v4 Tactical Game
Full game applying five principles of attack with significant numerical overload
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About This Activity
Full game applying five principles of attack with significant numerical overload
Quick Info
high
30
30m x 40m minimum
Equipment Required
Footballs
4-6 balls
Goals
2 large goals
Coloured Bibs
2 sets of 15
Cones
20-30 cones
Softballs
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Football
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Bibs Required
Goals Required
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Tactics
Game Sense
Team Play
Decision Making
Teaching Focus
Cognitive Challenge
Team Challenge
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Activity Type
Main Game
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Intensity
High Intensity
Space
Outdoor
Competition
Moderate Competition
Weather
All Weather
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