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Competitive partner game where students try to hit opponent's cone targets while defending their own using underarm throws
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About This Activity
Competitive partner game where students try to hit opponent's cone targets while defending their own using underarm throws
Quick Info
moderate
20
20m x 15m minimum for multiple pairs
Equipment Required
Cones
6 per pair (90 total for 15 pairs)
Tennis Balls
1 per pair (15)
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 4
Suitable Sports
Tennis
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Skills
Throwing
Team Play
Catching
Coordination
Activity Type
Main Game
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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