Cups and Saucers - Service and Return Challenge
Dynamic whole-class game where students return continuous serves, transitioning to ball collector/catcher role when they miss, with opportunities to return to the game through catching
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About This Activity
Dynamic whole-class game where students return continuous serves, transitioning to ball collector/catcher role when they miss, with opportunities to return to the game through catching
Quick Info
high
20
Full tennis court (23.77m x 10.97m) or equivalent badminton court
Equipment Required
Tennis Racquets
1 per student (20-30)
Tennis Balls
60+ balls for collections and continuous play
Tennis net at regulation height
1 net
Marker cones
20+ cones for 'cups'
Ball basket or container
1-2 for feeders
Suitable For
Year 7
Year 8
Suitable Sports
Tennis
Activity Tags
Skills
Ball Control
Receiving
Team Play
Coordination
Serving
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Skill Game
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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