Competitive Tactical Matches
6v6 football matches where student managers apply tactical formations and make real-time decisions while peers officiate games
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About This Activity
6v6 football matches where student managers apply tactical formations and make real-time decisions while peers officiate games
Quick Info
high
24
60m x 40m for multiple pitches
Equipment Required
Footballs
6-8 (one per pitch)
Goals
8-12
Coloured Bibs
30 (two colours)
Referee whistles
4-6
Cones
40-50
Softballs
As needed
Whistles
As needed
Suitable For
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Football
Activity Tags
Values
Leadership
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Equipment
Ball Required
Bibs Required
Goals Required
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Problem Solving
Team Challenge
Skills
Tactics
Game Sense
Team Play
Decision Making
Activity Type
Main Game
Competition
High Competition
Intensity
High Intensity
Space
Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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