Ball Detective Arena
Free-play arena where students apply all learned skills with multiple balls in dynamic environment
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About This Activity
Free-play arena where students apply all learned skills with multiple balls in dynamic environment
Quick Info
moderate
25
25m x 20m minimum for full class
Equipment Required
Individual balls for all students
30 (one per student)
Boundary Markers
12-16 cones
Balls
As needed
Sun Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Striking & Fielding
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Agility
Coordination
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Self Assessment
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Activity Type
Main Game
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Weather
All Weather
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