Home Run Basketball
Two teams compete with one dribbling around the court while the other attempts to score baskets to eliminate them
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About This Activity
Two teams compete with one dribbling around the court while the other attempts to score baskets to eliminate them
Quick Info
high
20
15m x 10m minimum
Equipment Required
Basketballs
15-20
Basketball hoop
1-2
Cones
8-12
Bibs
15
Basketball
As needed
Basketball Hoops
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Basketball
Activity Tags
Skills
Ball Control
Agility
Dribbling
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Intensity
High Intensity
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
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