Four Defensive Tactics Station Rotation
Structured practice of four essential defensive tactics: ready position, pressing, shadowing, and legal contact through station rotation
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About This Activity
Structured practice of four essential defensive tactics: ready position, pressing, shadowing, and legal contact through station rotation
Quick Info
moderate
20
30m x 30m for four stations with adequate spacing
Equipment Required
Cones
16-20 for marking stations and sprint lanes
Frisbees
6-8 for legal contact practice
Suitable For
Year 9
Suitable Sports
Ultimate Frisbee
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Progressive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Skills
Tactics
Positioning
Team Play
Body Control
Agility
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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