Defensive Shuffle Master
Partner-based drill developing defensive stance, shuffling movement, and maintaining optimal marking distance
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About This Activity
Partner-based drill developing defensive stance, shuffling movement, and maintaining optimal marking distance
Quick Info
moderate
20
15m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Basketballs
1 per pair (15 total)
Court markers/cones
8-10
Basketball
As needed
Markers Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Basketball
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Space
Indoor
Outdoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Defensive Skills
Agility
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Progressive
Engaging
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Weather
All Weather
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