Numbers Reaction Game
Fast-paced reaction game where students respond to number calls with attack and defend roles
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About This Activity
Fast-paced reaction game where students respond to number calls with attack and defend roles
Quick Info
high
20
20m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Targets/Goals
10-15
Balls (various sizes)
8-12
Boundary Markers
8-10
Goals or markers
6 goals (2 per grid)
Balls
3 balls (1 per grid)
Marker cones
12-18 cones
Stopwatch
1-3 stopwatches
Cones
As needed
Dish Cones
As needed
Small goals
6 (2 per pitch)
Hockey balls
3 plus spares
Cones for team positions
12-15 for team markers
Hockey sticks
1 per student
Small Goal
As needed
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 6
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Invasion Games
Hockey
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Goals Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
High Competition
Moderate Competition
Space
Large Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Indoor/Outdoor
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Challenging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Cognitive Challenge
Problem Solving
Team Challenge
Competitive Learning
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
High Intensity
Skills
Reaction Time
Game Sense
Speed
Team Play
Shooting
Decision Making
Agility
Coordination
Activity Type
Main Game
Skill Game
Values
Teamwork
Fair Play
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Respect
Weather
All Weather
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