Overhead Shot Target Practice
Partners practice overhead shot technique with one feeding balls and the other aiming at targets
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About This Activity
Partners practice overhead shot technique with one feeding balls and the other aiming at targets
Quick Info
moderate
20
30m x 20m minimum for multiple practice areas
Equipment Required
Tennis Racquets
1 per student
Tennis Balls
1 per pair plus extras
Targets (hoops, cones, markers)
6-8 of varying sizes
Court markers/cones
20-30
Tennis Rackets
As needed
Hoops
As needed
Markers Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Suitable Sports
Tennis
Activity Tags
Skills
Ball Control
Tactics
Coordination
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Respect
Features
Engaging
Fun
Challenging
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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