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Ball Steal Challenge

Dynamic possession game where defenders try to gain ball possession using proper technique while attackers protect using various dribbling skills

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About This Activity

Dynamic possession game where defenders try to gain ball possession using proper technique while attackers protect using various dribbling skills

Quick Info

high
25
20m x 20m

Equipment Required

Basketballs

20-25 (most students need one)

Boundary Markers

8-12 cones

Defender Identification

5-8 bibs or bands

Cones for bases

5 large cones

Balls

25 balls total (5 per base)

Coloured Bibs

30 bibs in 5 different colours (6 per colour)

Zone marker cones

20-25 small cones to mark team zones

Cones

As needed

Dish Cones

As needed

Softballs or similar balls

25 balls total (5 per base)

Hoops for bases

5 hoops

Additional markers for base boundaries

10-15 cones

Coloured bibs or bands

30 (6 per team in 5 different colours)

Softballs

As needed

Hoops

As needed

Suitable For

Year 3
Year 7
Year 5
Year 9
Year 6
Year 8

Suitable Sports

Basketball
Softball
Rounders
Football
Hockey
Rugby
Netball
Athletics
Tag Rugby

Activity Tags

Equipment

Ball Required
Hoops Required
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required

Competition

Non-Competitive

Space

Large Space
Outdoor

Skills

Spatial Awareness
Tactics
Throwing
Cardiovascular Fitness
Team Play
Catching
Decision Making
Agility
Coordination

Features

Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Fun

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Cognitive Challenge
Problem Solving
Team Challenge

Intensity

Moderate Intensity
High Intensity

Activity Type

Main Game
Skill Drill
Warm Up
Skill Game

Values

Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Respect

Weather

All Weather