Five Pass Possession Game (3v3)
Small-sided possession game where teams score a goal by completing 5 consecutive passes without the opposition touching the ball, emphasising teamwork, passing accuracy and support play
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Small-sided possession game where teams score a goal by completing 5 consecutive passes without the opposition touching the ball, emphasising teamwork, passing accuracy and support play
Quick Info
high
24
15m x 20m per pitch. For 24 students need 4 pitches, total area approx 40m x 35m including separation
Equipment Required
Footballs
1 per pitch (4 for 24 students)
Cones or throw-down markers
16 for pitch boundaries plus 12-16 for gates (28-32 total)
Bibs
24 minimum (2 colours per pitch, 3 per colour, x4 pitches)
Whistle
1
Scoreboard or paper
1 per pitch or central tracking
Softballs
As needed
Cones
As needed
Whistles
As needed
Scorecards
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Suitable Sports
Football
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Bibs Required
Cones Required
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Passing
Decision Making
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Activity Type
Main Game
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Intensity
High Intensity
Competition
Moderate Competition
Weather
All Weather
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