Cats and Mice Ball Scooping
Partner activity teaching safe ball pickup technique through chase and swap scenarios
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About This Activity
Partner activity teaching safe ball pickup technique through chase and swap scenarios
Quick Info
moderate
20
20m x 15m
Equipment Required
Rugby Balls
1 per 2 students
Boundary Markers
8-12
Sun Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 3
Suitable Sports
Tag Rugby
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Markers Required
Cones Required
Features
Adaptable
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Skills
Throwing
Game Sense
Team Play
Catching
Agility
Coordination
Activity Type
Main Game
Skill Drill
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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