Cat and Mouse with Lacrosse Sticks
Partner warm-up activity where students practice cradling while evading a following partner
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About This Activity
Partner warm-up activity where students practice cradling while evading a following partner
Quick Info
moderate
20
20m x 20m minimum
Equipment Required
Lacrosse sticks
1 per student
Lacrosse Balls
1 per student
Boundary cones
8-12
Balls
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Lacrosse
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Activity Type
Main Game
Warm Up
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Skills
Game Sense
Team Play
Agility
Coordination
Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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