Capture the Cone
Four defenders protect a line of cones while two attackers try to steal them and return to their start line
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About This Activity
Four defenders protect a line of cones while two attackers try to steal them and return to their start line
Quick Info
high
6
20m x 15m minimum per group
Equipment Required
Cones for target objects
10 per group
Markers for start line
4-6 per group
Tag rugby belts
1 per student
Cones
As needed
Markers
As needed
Tag Rugby Equipment
As needed
Tag Belts
6 per group
Boundary Markers
4-6
Sun Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Tag Rugby
Activity Tags
Skills
Strategy
Spatial Awareness
Tactics
Team Play
Decision Making
Agility
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Challenging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
High Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Skill Game
Equipment
Bibs Required
Minimal Equipment
Markers Required
Cones Required
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Respect
Weather
All Weather
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