Dodge It!
Dynamic game where catchers work in pairs to tag others using ball passes, building to larger catcher teams
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About This Activity
Dynamic game where catchers work in pairs to tag others using ball passes, building to larger catcher teams
Quick Info
high
24
30m x 20m minimum
Equipment Required
Soft balls
2-3 foam or rubber balls
Coloured Bibs
15-20 various colours
Boundary cones
12-15 for zone marking
Softballs
As needed
Dish Cones
As needed
Soft foam balls (gator skin balls or similar)
3 (one per zone)
Bibs or pinnies
18-20 (6-7 per zone in same colour)
Cones for zone boundaries
20-24
Tablet or camera for recording
1
Suitable For
Year 7
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Netball
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Bibs Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Indoor/Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Dodging
Team Play
Passing
Decision Making
Agility
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
High Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Respect
Weather
All Weather
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