Basketball Space Creation and Denial Practice
Progressive partner and small group activities teaching space creation and denial concepts in basketball
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Progressive partner and small group activities teaching space creation and denial concepts in basketball
Quick Info
moderate
20
20m x 20m open space minimum
Equipment Required
Basketballs
10-15 (one per pair)
Marker cones
8-12
Basketball
As needed
Dish Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 9
Suitable Sports
Sport Education
Basketball
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Self Assessment
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Skills
Game Sense
Team Play
Catching
Passing
Decision Making
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Assessment
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Intensity
High Intensity
Competition
Moderate Competition
Weather
All Weather
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