Control in a Box
Partner practice activity focusing on first touch control within a marked area
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About This Activity
Partner practice activity focusing on first touch control within a marked area
Quick Info
moderate
20
25m x 20m
Equipment Required
Cones
4 per pair (32 total for 8 pairs)
Footballs
1 per pair
Softballs
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Football
Activity Tags
Skills
Ball Control
First Touch
Coordination
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required
Features
Adaptable
Interactive
Engaging
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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