Assist Challenge
Small-sided attacking game focusing on creating and executing assists to score
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About This Activity
Small-sided attacking game focusing on creating and executing assists to score
Quick Info
moderate
16
Multiple 5m x 5m areas
Equipment Required
Basketballs
1 per group of 4
Target cones
1 per group
Boundary Markers
16-20 per area
Basketball
As needed
Dish Cones
As needed
Sun Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 4
Suitable Sports
Basketball
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Game Sense
Team Play
Passing
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Activity Type
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
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