Pacman Line Chase
A chasing game where students run only on marked lines with caught players becoming blockers
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About This Activity
A chasing game where students run only on marked lines with caught players becoming blockers
Quick Info
moderate
20
Netball court size or 20m x 15m marked area
Equipment Required
Netball court markings or cones
Existing court or 20-30 cones
Coloured bib for Pacman
1
Netball court markings
1 court
Whistle
1
Team bibs
As needed
Court Markings
As needed
Whistles
As needed
Coloured Bibs
2 (same colour)
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 7
Year 5
Year 9
Year 6
Year 2
Year 8
Suitable Sports
Invasion Games
Handball
Basketball
Netball
Football
Rugby
Hockey
Athletics
Volleyball
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Indoor/Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Running
Team Play
Decision Making
Agility
Coordination
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Cognitive Challenge
Problem Solving
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
High Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Warm Up
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Weather
All Weather
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