Ball Shielding Practice
Partner work developing ball control and protection using body positioning
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About This Activity
Partner work developing ball control and protection using body positioning
Quick Info
moderate
16
15m x 15m minimum for multiple pairs
Equipment Required
Balls
1 per pair
Footballs or similar balls
1 per pair (15)
Cones or markers
8-12
Stopwatch
1
Softballs
As needed
Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Invasion Games
Activity Tags
Skills
Ball Control
Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Body Control
Agility
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Indoor/Outdoor
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Progressive
Engaging
Challenging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Weather
All Weather
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