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Catch the Pig

Small group invasion game where 4 players work together to catch 1 evading player using passing and teamwork

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About This Activity

Small group invasion game where 4 players work together to catch 1 evading player using passing and teamwork

Quick Info

12 mins
high
25
40m x 30m for 6 groups playing simultaneously

Equipment Required

Rugby Balls

6-7 (1 per group plus spare)

Boundary cones

24-30 (4 per group area)

Stopwatch

1

Dish Cones

As needed

Suitable For

Year 3
Year 4

Suitable Sports

Invasion Games

Activity Tags

Equipment

Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required

Space

Large Space
Outdoor

Skills

Spatial Awareness
Dodging
Game Sense
Team Play
Passing

Features

Inclusive
Engaging
Fun

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge

Activity Type

Main Game

Values

Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation

Intensity

High Intensity

Competition

Moderate Competition

Weather

All Weather