Attack vs Defence in Square Grid
Small-sided competitive activity where one attacker tries to lose a defender and receive passes from outside players within a confined square, developing spatial awareness, communication, deceptive movement and defensive positioning
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About This Activity
Small-sided competitive activity where one attacker tries to lose a defender and receive passes from outside players within a confined square, developing spatial awareness, communication, deceptive movement and defensive positioning
Quick Info
high
24
6m x 6m per group, with 2m buffer between groups
Equipment Required
Cones
4 per group of 6 to mark corners
Frisbees
2 per group of 6
Suitable For
Year 7
Year 9
Year 11
Year 10
Year 6
Year 8
Suitable Sports
Ultimate Frisbee
Football
Netball
Basketball
Handball
Rugby
Hockey
Activity Tags
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Defensive Skills
Decision Making
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Skill Game
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Intensity
High Intensity
Competition
Moderate Competition
Weather
All Weather
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