Channel Basketball 4v4
Modified basketball game where attacking teams use designated channels with one floating player
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About This Activity
Modified basketball game where attacking teams use designated channels with one floating player
Quick Info
20 mins
high
12
Full basketball court or 25m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Basketballs
2 for game
Channel markers
12-15 cones
Coloured Bibs
8-10 (different colours for teams and floaters)
Basketball hoops/targets
2
Basketball
As needed
Sun Markers
As needed
Basketball Hoops
As needed
Suitable For
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Basketball
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Space
Large Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Skills
Tactics
Game Sense
Team Play
Shooting
Passing
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Activity Type
Main Game
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Intensity
High Intensity
Competition
Moderate Competition
Weather
All Weather
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