Beat the Goalie
Partner activity combining accurate sending with defensive stopping skills
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About This Activity
Partner activity combining accurate sending with defensive stopping skills
Quick Info
moderate
20
20m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Soft balls
1 per pair
Coloured Cones
18-30 (3 colours minimum)
Line markers
1 central line
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Ball Skills
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Skill Game
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Skills
Team Play
Catching
Shooting
Weather
All Weather
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