Mini Sports Tournament
A structured tournament system where teams rotate through multiple matches with peer officiating
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About This Activity
A structured tournament system where teams rotate through multiple matches with peer officiating
Quick Info
high
24
Multiple areas 15m x 20m each
Equipment Required
Sport-specific balls
1 per match (usually 2-3)
Team identification
Enough for all students
Score sheets and clipboards
1 per referee
Boundary Markers
Enough for multiple pitches
Game Balls
As needed
Team bibs
As needed
Clipboards
As needed
Sun Markers
As needed
Sport-specific equipment
As needed
Scorecards
As needed
Fixture list
As needed
PE Equipment
As needed
Word List
As needed
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Tag Rugby
Rounders
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Indoor/Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Tactics
Game Sense
Team Play
Decision Making
Coordination
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Competitive Learning
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
High Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Competition
Moderate Competition
Weather
All Weather
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