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About This Activity

Structured assessment activity where students test backhand consistency through controlled feeding and return challenges with scoring.

Quick Info

moderate
20
25m x 15m for multiple pairs

Equipment Required

Tennis Balls

10-12 per pair

Tennis Rackets

1 per pair

Scoring sheets or markers

1 per pair

Score Sheets

As needed

Rackets (tennis, badminton, or table tennis paddles)

1 per pair (15 for class of 30)

Balls (appropriate to racket type)

1-2 per pair minimum, ideally 10 per pair for continuous feeding

Cones or markers

2 per pair (to mark 4m distance)

Ball storage baskets

1 per 2-3 pairs

Rackets

As needed

Balls

As needed

Cones

As needed

Ball Storage Bags

As needed

Suitable For

Year 7
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6

Suitable Sports

Tennis

Activity Tags

Skills

Ball Control
Striking
Timing
Game Sense
Body Control
Coordination

Equipment

Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required

Competition

Non-Competitive

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Individual Practice
Skill Progression
Self Assessment
Peer Assessment

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Features

Interactive
Progressive
Engaging
Challenging

Values

Teamwork
Self-Control
Perseverance
Responsibility
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Respect

Activity Type

Skill Drill
Assessment
Skill Game

Space

Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor

Weather

All Weather

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