Over-Under Ball Relay
Team relay activity developing ball handling skills through alternating over-head and through-legs passing patterns
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About This Activity
Team relay activity developing ball handling skills through alternating over-head and through-legs passing patterns
Quick Info
moderate
20
20m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Balls (rugby, basketball, or medicine balls)
1 per team (4-6 balls total)
Cones or markers
1 per team (4-6 total)
Balls
As needed
Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Tag Rugby
Activity Tags
Skills
Ball Control
Team Play
Passing
Agility
Coordination
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Skill Drill
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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