Kings of the Court
Competitive dribbling game where students protect their own ball while attempting to knock others' balls away
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About This Activity
Competitive dribbling game where students protect their own ball while attempting to knock others' balls away
Quick Info
high
20
15m x 15m court area minimum
Equipment Required
Basketballs or similar bouncy balls
1 per 2 students (15 balls for 30 students)
Cones or markers
8-12 for boundary marking
Balls
As needed
Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Fundamental Movement Skills
Activity Tags
Skills
Ball Control
Spatial Awareness
Tactics
Team Play
Decision Making
Agility
Coordination
Dribbling
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Moderate Competition
Space
Large Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Indoor/Outdoor
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Challenging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
High Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Values
Teamwork
Fair Play
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Weather
All Weather
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