Mini Tournament Referee Challenge
Students take turns officiating mini-matches while applying rules knowledge and developing leadership skills
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About This Activity
Students take turns officiating mini-matches while applying rules knowledge and developing leadership skills
Quick Info
moderate
24
Multiple small pitches (15m x 20m each)
Equipment Required
Whistles
3-4
Boundary cones
20-30
Scorecards
1 per pitch
Sports equipment
Depends on sport
Dish Cones
As needed
PE Equipment
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Suitable Sports
Tag Rugby
Activity Tags
Values
Leadership
Cooperation
Respect
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Self Assessment
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Skills
Game Sense
Team Play
Decision Making
Activity Type
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
Space
Indoor/Outdoor
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