Dribble or Pass Decision Making
Partner activity teaching students when to choose dribbling versus passing based on game situations
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Partner activity teaching students when to choose dribbling versus passing based on game situations
Quick Info
moderate
16
20m x 30m total area
Equipment Required
Footballs
1 per pair (15 max)
Cones
4-8 for boundaries
Softballs
As needed
Suitable For
Year 3
Suitable Sports
Football
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Features
Adaptable
Interactive
Engaging
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cognitive Challenge
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Skills
Tactics
Game Sense
Passing
Decision Making
Dribbling
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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