Outnumbered Defenders Communication Challenge
Modified invasion games where defenders must communicate effectively to cope with numerical disadvantage
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About This Activity
Modified invasion games where defenders must communicate effectively to cope with numerical disadvantage
Quick Info
high
30
50m x 30m for two playing areas
Equipment Required
Goals
4
Footballs
2-4
Handballs (soft)
2-4
Bibs for teams
15
Softballs
As needed
Handballs
As needed
Bibs
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Suitable Sports
Invasion Games
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Game Sense
Team Play
Defensive Skills
Decision Making
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Activity Type
Main Game
Equipment
Bibs Required
Minimal Equipment
Goals Required
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation
Intensity
High Intensity
Weather
All Weather
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