Passing Under Pressure Drill
Practice accurate passing while a defender applies pressure to improve decision-making speed
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About This Activity
Practice accurate passing while a defender applies pressure to improve decision-making speed
Quick Info
moderate
18
15m x 5m per group
Equipment Required
Cones
12 (4 per station)
Footballs
1 per group of 3
Softballs
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Football
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Passing
Decision Making
Teaching Focus
Cognitive Challenge
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Sportsmanship
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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