Attack vs Defence Rotation Challenge
Structured game applying defensive strategies in competitive attacking and defending phases
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About This Activity
Structured game applying defensive strategies in competitive attacking and defending phases
Quick Info
high
24
25m x 20m minimum for multiple small games
Equipment Required
Balls
1 per game (3-4 total typical class)
Bibs or bands
Half the students (for team identification)
Cones or markers
8-12 for boundary marking
Stopwatch
1
Bibs
As needed
Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Basketball
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Bibs Required
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Moderate Competition
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
High Intensity
Skills
Tactics
Game Sense
Defending
Team Play
Agility
Coordination
Attacking
Activity Type
Main Game
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Weather
All Weather
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