Hot Potato Side Step
Advanced passing drill where partners pass rapidly while side-stepping, treating the ball as 'too hot to hold'
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About This Activity
Advanced passing drill where partners pass rapidly while side-stepping, treating the ball as 'too hot to hold'
Quick Info
high
8
15m x 8m for multiple pairs
Equipment Required
Small soft balls
1 per pair
Lane markers
8-10 cones
Small Foam Balls
As needed
Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Invasion Games
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required
Space
Indoor
Outdoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Differentiation
Skill Progression
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Features
Engaging
Fun
Challenging
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Intensity
High Intensity
Skills
Passing
Agility
Coordination
Weather
All Weather
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