Claim the Dodgers
Three-team competitive game where two throwing teams compete to recruit dodgers by hitting them
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About This Activity
Three-team competitive game where two throwing teams compete to recruit dodgers by hitting them
Quick Info
high
24
25m x 15m minimum for three zones
Equipment Required
Soft Dodgeballs
8-12 total
Cones
12-16
Coloured bibs (optional)
15-20
Dodgeballs
6-8 balls
Team identification
Bibs or bands for 3 teams
Dodgeball
As needed
Team bibs
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Dodgeball
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Bibs Required
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Moderate Competition
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Cognitive Challenge
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
High Intensity
Skills
Tactics
Throwing
Team Play
Catching
Activity Type
Main Game
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Weather
All Weather
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