Doubles Communication and Court Coverage Game
Authentic doubles match play where pairs of two compete against another pair, focusing on communication, court positioning, and tactical shot selection
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About This Activity
Authentic doubles match play where pairs of two compete against another pair, focusing on communication, court positioning, and tactical shot selection
Quick Info
high
24
10m x 6m per court (standard tennis doubles court), multiple courts with 3m spacing
Equipment Required
Tennis Rackets
4 per court (1 per player)
Tennis Balls
4-6 per court
Net or net simulation
1 per court
Cones for service boxes and boundaries
12-16 per court
Video recording device (optional)
1-2 for multiple courts
Nets
As needed
Cones
As needed
Video Device
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Year 9
Year 11
Year 10
Year 6
Year 8
Suitable Sports
Tennis
Badminton
Volleyball
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Skills
Tactics
Court Movement
Game Sense
Team Play
Coordination
Activity Type
Main Game
Game Application
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Intensity
High Intensity
Competition
Moderate Competition
Weather
All Weather
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