Mud Monsters Challenge
Students dribble around cone 'mud monsters', getting stuck if they hit one and needing teammates to rescue them
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Students dribble around cone 'mud monsters', getting stuck if they hit one and needing teammates to rescue them
Quick Info
high
8
20m x 15m per group
Equipment Required
Footballs
1 per student
Cones
8-10 per group
Cones (preferably orange)
15-20
Coloured Bibs
2-3
Softballs
As needed
Suitable For
Year 3
Suitable Sports
Football
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Bibs Required
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Agility
Coordination
Dribbling
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
High Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Skill Game
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Weather
All Weather
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