Man-to-Man vs Zone Defence Experiment
Small group activity comparing effectiveness of different defensive strategies in game-like situations
Unlock the Complete Activity Library
Sign up free to access unlimited activities, complete instructions, and your personal locker.
What's included
- Complete activity instructions & timing
- Equipment lists & alternatives
- Variations & progressions
- Teaching tips & safety considerations
No credit card
Free forever
About This Activity
Small group activity comparing effectiveness of different defensive strategies in game-like situations
Quick Info
moderate
24
20m x 15m minimum for multiple groups
Equipment Required
Cones or markers
4 per group (32 typical class)
Balls
1 per group
Bibs or bands
Half the class (one colour for defenders)
Cones
As needed
Bibs
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Basketball
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Teaching Focus
Cognitive Challenge
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Skills
Tactics
Game Sense
Decision Making
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Activity Type
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
Related activities
Similar activities for the same sport
- 2v2 Defensive Strategy PracticeSmall group game practicing man-to-man and zone defence in controlled 2v2 situations
- Ball Steal ChallengeDynamic possession game where defenders try to gain ball possession using proper technique while attackers protect using various dribbling skills
- Corner Ball Tactical GameStrategic game where teams score by placing ball in corner hoops while using direction changes
- Four-Pass Possession ChallengeSmall-sided game where teams score points by completing four consecutive passes while defenders try to intercept
- Piggy in the Middle Passing GameSmall group game applying passing skills under defensive pressure
- Student Referee TrainingTrain students to referee games fairly and confidently using clear signals and decision-making
- 2v1 Attack Decision ChallengeSmall-sided drill focusing on choosing when to pass versus when to dribble
- 4v4 Possession GameTeams score points by making four consecutive passes, applying movement and teamwork skills