Break the Record Relay Challenge
Teams compete in 4x100m relay races focusing on personal best times and perfect technique, with emphasis on teamwork and improvement rather than just winning.
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Teams compete in 4x100m relay races focusing on personal best times and perfect technique, with emphasis on teamwork and improvement rather than just winning.
Quick Info
high
32
100m x 30m minimum for full relay lanes (or 4x50m for modified version)
Equipment Required
Relay batons
6-8 (one per team)
Cones
40-50 for marking lanes, zones, start and finish
Stopwatches
6-8 (one per team for timing)
Recording sheets
30 (one per student for data recording)
iPads/tablets with video app
2-4 for filming technique
Team bibs
30-40 in different colours
Relay Baton
As needed
Stopwatch
As needed
Score Sheets
As needed
Tablets
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Suitable Sports
Athletics
Activity Tags
Skills
Strategy
Speed
Team Play
Agility
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Activity Type
Main Game
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Intensity
High Intensity
Space
Outdoor
Competition
Moderate Competition
Weather
All Weather
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