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King of the Ring

All students dribble within boundaries while trying to knock others' balls out while protecting their own

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About This Activity

All students dribble within boundaries while trying to knock others' balls out while protecting their own

Quick Info

high
20
20m x 15m minimum for playing area plus perimeter

Equipment Required

Hockey sticks

1 per student

Balls

1 per student plus spares

Boundary cones

12-16 cones

Dish Cones

As needed

Hockey balls

1 per student plus 5 spare

Assessment recording device

1 tablet/clipboard

Score Sheets

As needed

Marker cones

16-20 for clear boundary marking

Whistle

1

Whistles

As needed

Suitable For

Year 7
Year 5
Year 6

Suitable Sports

Hockey

Activity Tags

Skills

Ball Control
Spatial Awareness
Tactics
Game Sense
Defensive Skills
Agility
Coordination
Dribbling

Equipment

Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required

Space

Large Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Indoor/Outdoor

Features

Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Challenging

Values

Resilience
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Respect

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Cognitive Challenge
Problem Solving
Team Challenge
Competitive Learning

Activity Type

Main Game
Skill Game

Intensity

High Intensity

Competition

Moderate Competition

Weather

All Weather