Drop and Hit Challenge
Students practice hitting ball with racket after partner drops it and it bounces once
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Students practice hitting ball with racket after partner drops it and it bounces once
Quick Info
moderate
20
25m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Tennis Rackets
1 per pair (15 total)
Foam Balls
1 per pair (15 total)
Boundary Markers
8-10
Suitable For
Year 1
Suitable Sports
Net and Wall
Activity Tags
Skills
Ball Control
Timing
Coordination
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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