Cat and Mouse Cradling

One player cradles a ball while moving to evade a following partner, developing ball control under gentle pressure

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One player cradles a ball while moving to evade a following partner, developing ball control under gentle pressure

Quick Info

moderate

20m x 15m minimum

Equipment Required

Lacrosse sticks

1 per student

Balls

1 per pair

Boundary Markers

8-12

Sun Markers

As needed

Lacrosse Balls

1 per pair (15 for class of 30)

Boundary cones

8-12 to mark area

Suitable For

Year 5

Year 8

Suitable Sports

Lacrosse

Activity Tags

Skills

Ball Control

Crawling

Agility

Coordination

Equipment

Ball Required

Minimal Equipment

Racquets Required

Competition

Non-Competitive

Space

Large Space

Outdoor

Indoor/Outdoor

Features

Inclusive

Interactive

Engaging

Fun

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning

Skill Progression

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Values

Teamwork

Cooperation

Respect

Activity Type

Skill Drill

Skill Game

Weather

All Weather