Box of Doom
Intense evasion practice where one student dodges balls thrown by teammates from outside a marked box
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Intense evasion practice where one student dodges balls thrown by teammates from outside a marked box
Quick Info
high
25
20m x 15m minimum for multiple boxes
Equipment Required
Cones
16-20
Soft balls
6-8
Measuring tape
1
Softballs
As needed
Measuring Tapes
As needed
Suitable For
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Dodgeball
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Cones Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cognitive Challenge
Progressive Challenge
Skills
Dodging
Body Control
Agility
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Features
Engaging
Fun
Challenging
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Intensity
High Intensity
Weather
All Weather
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