Ball Tag
Dynamic warm-up game where students with balls become taggers, promoting spatial awareness and ball handling
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About This Activity
Dynamic warm-up game where students with balls become taggers, promoting spatial awareness and ball handling
Quick Info
high
20
15m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Tennis Balls
5
Cones
8-12
Soft balls
As needed
Dodgeballs
As needed
Basketballs
As needed
Rugby Balls
As needed
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Ball Skills
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Warm Up
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Skills
Team Play
Agility
Coordination
Weather
All Weather
Space
Indoor/Outdoor
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