Mini Basketball Tournament Format
Short-format competitive basketball games applying all skills in tournament structure
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About This Activity
Short-format competitive basketball games applying all skills in tournament structure
Quick Info
high
24
Multiple courts 15m x 10m each
Equipment Required
Basketball hoops/posts
4-6 hoops
Basketballs
2-3 balls
Team bibs
4 sets of 8 bibs
Cones for boundaries
20-30 cones
Score sheets and timers
1 per court
Basketball Hoops
As needed
Basketball
As needed
Cones
As needed
Score Sheets
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Basketball
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Bibs Required
Minimal Equipment
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Indoor/Outdoor
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Challenging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Competitive Learning
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
High Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Skills
Game Sense
Team Play
Shooting
Passing
Coordination
Dribbling
Competition
Moderate Competition
Weather
All Weather
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