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Beat the Ball Challenge

A team challenge where students work together to pass a ball around a square faster than a runner can complete the circuit

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About This Activity

A team challenge where students work together to pass a ball around a square faster than a runner can complete the circuit

Quick Info

moderate
24
25m x 25m minimum for multiple groups

Equipment Required

Tennis Balls

6-8 (one per group)

Cones

24-32 (4 per group)

Stopwatch

As needed

Suitable For

Year 3

Suitable Sports

Rounders

Activity Tags

Competition

Non-Competitive

Features

Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Individual Practice

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Skills

Throwing
Catching
Coordination

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Values

Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect

Activity Type

Skill Drill
Skill Game

Weather

All Weather

Space

Indoor/Outdoor