Overlap and Underlap Running Drill
Structured practice of overlap and underlap runs to create attacking overloads
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About This Activity
Structured practice of overlap and underlap runs to create attacking overloads
Quick Info
moderate
24
40m x 30m for 3 concurrent areas
Equipment Required
Footballs
3-4
Rugby Balls
3-4
Basketballs
3-4
Cones
15-20 for marking positions
Softballs
As needed
Basketball
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Suitable Sports
Invasion Games
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Timing
Game Sense
Team Play
Decision Making
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Teaching Focus
Team Challenge
Progressive Challenge
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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