Beat the Middle - Pull and Spin Techniques
Progressive dribbling practice where students learn and apply the pull technique and spin around technique to beat a middle cone, then progress to beating a live defender
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Progressive dribbling practice where students learn and apply the pull technique and spin around technique to beat a middle cone, then progress to beating a live defender
Quick Info
moderate
24
30m x 20m minimum for multiple groups
Equipment Required
Hockey sticks (or sport-specific equipment)
1 per student (30)
Balls (tennis balls for hockey)
10 (1 per 3 students)
Cones
30 (3 per group of 3)
Hockey sticks
As needed
Tennis Balls
As needed
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Hockey
Football
Basketball
Netball
Rugby
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Agility
Coordination
Dribbling
Features
Inclusive
Progressive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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