Defending Zones Game
Small-sided game with designated defensive zones and marking responsibilities
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About This Activity
Small-sided game with designated defensive zones and marking responsibilities
Quick Info
high
24
40m x 30m for multiple 4v4 pitches
Equipment Required
Goals or goal markers
4-6
Balls
3-4
Cones for zones
24-30
Coloured Bibs
8-12
Goals
As needed
Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Hockey
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Goals Required
Cones Required
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Tactics
Game Sense
Team Play
Marking
Teaching Focus
Cognitive Challenge
Team Challenge
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Activity Type
Main Game
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Intensity
High Intensity
Competition
Moderate Competition
Weather
All Weather
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