Danish Long Ball
Team fielding game applying throwing, catching, and tactical skills in competitive context
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About This Activity
Team fielding game applying throwing, catching, and tactical skills in competitive context
Quick Info
high
25
45m x 25m for three courts with buffer zones
Equipment Required
Cones
36 for court marking
Tennis Balls
3 (1 per court)
Bibs
15 for fielding teams
Balls (rugby/basketball size)
1 per court (2-3 balls)
Boundary cones
20-30
Team bibs
2 sets per court
Balls
As needed
Dish Cones
As needed
Court markers
Multiple sets for boundaries
Scoring materials
3 sets
Sun Markers
As needed
Net Materials
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Rounders
Invasion Games
Activity Tags
Skills
Strategy
Tactics
Throwing
Game Sense
Team Play
Catching
Decision Making
Equipment
Ball Required
Bibs Required
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Challenging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Cognitive Challenge
Problem Solving
Team Challenge
Activity Type
Main Game
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Intensity
High Intensity
Competition
Moderate Competition
Weather
All Weather
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