Doubles Volley Bonus Game
Competitive doubles tennis with bonus points for successful volleys, emphasising tactical application
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About This Activity
Competitive doubles tennis with bonus points for successful volleys, emphasising tactical application
Quick Info
high
24
30m x 20m for multiple doubles courts with adequate spacing
Equipment Required
Tennis Rackets
32 (one per student)
Tennis Balls
8 (one per court)
Court marking cones
40-50 for multiple court boundaries
Scoring materials
8 (one per court)
Markers Cones
As needed
Net Materials
As needed
Suitable For
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Tennis
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required
Cones Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Moderate Competition
Space
Large Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Indoor/Outdoor
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Challenging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Competitive Learning
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
High Intensity
Skills
Tactics
Game Sense
Team Play
Volleying
Coordination
Activity Type
Main Game
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Weather
All Weather
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