Keep Possession - Invisible Defender
Teams of 5 work together to keep possession while avoiding invisible penalties for poor passes
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About This Activity
Teams of 5 work together to keep possession while avoiding invisible penalties for poor passes
Quick Info
moderate
20
20m x 15m for multiple groups
Equipment Required
Cones for boundaries
16-20 cones
Balls
1 per group of 5
Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 3
Suitable Sports
Basketball
Activity Tags
Skills
Ball Control
Tactics
Passing
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Activity Type
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
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