Distance Throwing Zones
Students throw for maximum distance into coloured zone markers while applying perfect technique
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About This Activity
Students throw for maximum distance into coloured zone markers while applying perfect technique
Quick Info
high
20
25m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Basketballs
8-10
Coloured Cones
15 (5 red, 5 blue, 5 green)
Throwing line markers
6-8
Basketball
As needed
Markers
As needed
Bean bags
1 per student
Distance markers/cones
15-20
Measuring tape
1
Balls
As needed
Sun Markers
As needed
Measuring Tapes
As needed
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Athletics
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required
Features
Adaptable
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Challenging
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Power
Throwing
Timing
Body Control
Coordination
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Individual Practice
Direct Instruction
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
High Intensity
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
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