Defender's Challenge - 3-Person Drill
Small group drill practicing defensive positioning and recovery running in realistic game situations
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About This Activity
Small group drill practicing defensive positioning and recovery running in realistic game situations
Quick Info
15 mins
high
21
Multiple 10m x 15m areas
Equipment Required
Balls
1 per group of 3 (8-10 total)
Cones
16-20
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 4
Suitable Sports
Basketball
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Cones Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Skills
Team Play
Defensive Skills
Agility
Intensity
High Intensity
Weather
All Weather
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