Ball Steal Defensive Challenge
Small group activity where one player without a ball must win possession using defensive skills
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About This Activity
Small group activity where one player without a ball must win possession using defensive skills
Quick Info
12 mins
high
20
Multiple 8m x 8m areas
Equipment Required
Balls (sport-specific)
3 per group of 4
Marker cones
16 for 2 groups
Balls
As needed
Dish Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Hockey
Activity Tags
Skills
Ball Control
Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Defensive Skills
Equipment
Ball Required
Cones Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Challenging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Respect
Intensity
High Intensity
Activity Type
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
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