Character Dodgeball
Advanced dodgeball with special character roles that change team tactics and create complex strategic decisions
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Advanced dodgeball with special character roles that change team tactics and create complex strategic decisions
Quick Info
high
28
20m x 15m minimum for two courts
Equipment Required
Soft Dodgeballs
12-15
Character bibs (different colours)
8-12
Court markers/cones
12-16
Character power reference chart
1
Bibs
As needed
Markers Cones
As needed
Cards
As needed
Multiple coloured bibs
8-12 different colours
Character ability cards
1 set per team
Character role cards
1 set
Foam dodgeballs
10-15
Suitable For
Year 7
Year 5
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Danish Longball
Dodgeball
Activity Tags
Values
Leadership
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Skills
Strategy
Spatial Awareness
Tactics
Game Sense
Team Play
Decision Making
Agility
Coordination
Equipment
Ball Required
Bibs Required
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Moderate Competition
Space
Large Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Cognitive Challenge
Problem Solving
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
High Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Weather
All Weather
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