Basketball Bulldog
Fast-paced evasion game where students dribble across space while avoiding defenders
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About This Activity
Fast-paced evasion game where students dribble across space while avoiding defenders
Quick Info
high
25
20m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Basketballs
25-30 (1 per dribbler)
Coloured Bibs
3-4
Boundary Markers
8-10 cones
Cones or markers
8-10 for boundaries
Basketball
As needed
Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 4
Suitable Sports
Basketball
Activity Tags
Skills
Ball Control
Game Sense
Team Play
Defensive Skills
Agility
Coordination
Dribbling
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
High Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Values
Teamwork
Fair Play
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Weather
All Weather
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