Defensive Strategy Comparison
Tactical understanding activity comparing man-to-man vs zonal defensive strategies through practical demonstration
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Tactical understanding activity comparing man-to-man vs zonal defensive strategies through practical demonstration
Quick Info
moderate
16
25m x 20m
Equipment Required
Marker cones
12-15
Bibs or bands
10-12
Balls
3-4
Dish Cones
As needed
Bibs
As needed
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 5
Year 4
Suitable Sports
Flag Football
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Tactics
Decision Making
Teaching Focus
Cognitive Challenge
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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