Decision Making Under Pressure
Players practice choosing between passing and dribbling while under defensive pressure
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About This Activity
Players practice choosing between passing and dribbling while under defensive pressure
Quick Info
moderate
16
10m x 10m per group
Equipment Required
Hockey sticks
1 per student
Balls
1 per group of 4
Cones
4-8 per group
Suitable For
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Hockey
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Tactics
Decision Making
Teaching Focus
Cognitive Challenge
Problem Solving
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Sportsmanship
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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