Goal Line Defenders
Partners play 1v1 games trying to roll objects over each other's goal line while defending their own.
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About This Activity
Partners play 1v1 games trying to roll objects over each other's goal line while defending their own.
Quick Info
moderate
16
20m x 15m for full class (multiple 3m x 2m areas)
Equipment Required
Beanbags
1 per pair (15)
Soft balls
1 per pair (15)
Boundary markers/cones
40-50 for goal lines
Balls
As needed
Softballs
As needed
Sun Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Sending and Receiving
Activity Tags
Skills
Ball Control
Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Defensive Skills
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Competition
Moderate Competition
Activity Type
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
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