Bench Ball Tactical Tournament
A competitive doubles game over benches where students apply tactical space skills to score points
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About This Activity
A competitive doubles game over benches where students apply tactical space skills to score points
Quick Info
high
20
20m x 15m minimum for multiple courts
Equipment Required
Benches
1 per court (6-8 courts typical)
Soft balls
1 per court plus spares
Boundary Markers
4 per court for area marking
Softballs
As needed
Sun Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Sending and Receiving
Activity Tags
Space
Indoor
Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Tactics
Team Play
Decision Making
Teaching Focus
Cognitive Challenge
Team Challenge
Activity Type
Main Game
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Features
Engaging
Fun
Challenging
Intensity
High Intensity
Competition
Moderate Competition
Weather
All Weather
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