Mini Tournament with Referee Rotation
Small-sided competitive games with students taking turns as referees to develop officiating skills alongside competitive play
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About This Activity
Small-sided competitive games with students taking turns as referees to develop officiating skills alongside competitive play
Quick Info
high
28
40m x 30m for multiple pitches
Equipment Required
Sport-specific balls
2-4 depending on number of pitches
Cones for pitch marking
20-32 cones
Whistles for referees
2-4 whistles
Tournament chart
1 large visible chart
Game Balls
As needed
Cones
As needed
Whistles
As needed
Tournament Brackets
As needed
Suitable For
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Tag Rugby
Activity Tags
Values
Leadership
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Game Sense
Team Play
Decision Making
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Activity Type
Main Game
Intensity
High Intensity
Competition
Moderate Competition
Weather
All Weather
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