Backhand Targets Team Challenge
Team-based activity where students practice backhand accuracy by hitting to human targets who attempt to catch
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About This Activity
Team-based activity where students practice backhand accuracy by hitting to human targets who attempt to catch
Quick Info
moderate
24
20m x 30m for 6 teams
Equipment Required
Tennis Rackets
6-8 (1 per team)
Tennis Balls
24-32 (4 per team)
Cones
30-40 for court boundaries
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Tennis
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Skills
Throwing
Game Sense
Team Play
Catching
Coordination
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Activity Type
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
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