Basketball Traffic Lights
Multi-command ball control drill using traffic light signals to develop dribbling skills and reaction time
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About This Activity
Multi-command ball control drill using traffic light signals to develop dribbling skills and reaction time
Quick Info
moderate
20
20m x 20m
Equipment Required
Basketballs
1 per student
Coloured Cones
3 (green, yellow, red)
Boundary Markers
8-12
Suitable For
Year 3
Suitable Sports
Basketball
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Coordination
Dribbling
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Weather
All Weather
Space
Indoor/Outdoor
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