Competitive Tactical Hockey Championships
Full competitive 4v4 hockey games with focus on applying attacking tactics in tournament format
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Full competitive 4v4 hockey games with focus on applying attacking tactics in tournament format
Quick Info
high
18
Two 25m x 15m pitches with 3m safety margin
Equipment Required
Small goals
4 goals total
Hockey sticks
1 per student
Hockey balls
4-6 balls
Bibs/Pinnards
12-15 in different colours
Cones
16-20
Small Goal
As needed
Bibs
As needed
Suitable For
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Hockey
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Bibs Required
Goals Required
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Challenging
Skills
Tactics
Game Sense
Team Play
Decision Making
Activity Type
Main Game
Teaching Focus
Team Challenge
Competitive Learning
Competition
High Competition
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Intensity
High Intensity
Space
Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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