Cat and Mouse Ball Control
Partner activity where one student leads with ball control while the other follows their pathway
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About This Activity
Partner activity where one student leads with ball control while the other follows their pathway
Quick Info
moderate
16
15m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Balls
1 per student ideally, minimum 1 per pair
Boundary Markers
8-10 cones
Sun Markers
As needed
Tennis Balls
1 per student
Rackets or paddles
1 per student
Rackets
As needed
Tennis Rackets
1 per student
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Striking & Fielding
Invasion Games
Net and Wall
Tennis
Activity Tags
Skills
Ball Control
Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Agility
Coordination
Dribbling
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
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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