Goal Stopping Penalties
Partners take turns rolling balls toward goals while the other tries to stop them, developing positioning and reaction skills
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About This Activity
Partners take turns rolling balls toward goals while the other tries to stop them, developing positioning and reaction skills
Quick Info
moderate
20
20m x 15m minimum for multiple goals
Equipment Required
Cones
60 (2 per pair for class of 30)
Small Balls
1 per pair (15 for class of 30)
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Reception
Suitable Sports
Ball Skills
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Skills
Reaction Time
Positioning
Body Control
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
Space
Indoor/Outdoor
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