Attacker vs Defender Square
Small-group practice activity developing attacking movement and defensive positioning
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About This Activity
Small-group practice activity developing attacking movement and defensive positioning
Quick Info
high
24
20m x 15m per square (multiple squares needed)
Equipment Required
Cones
16 per square (4 squares minimum)
Balls
3 per square (mix of footballs and netballs)
Suitable For
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Invasion Games
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Tactics
Team Play
Decision Making
Agility
Coordination
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
High Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Skill Drill
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Weather
All Weather
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