Peer Referee Basketball Training
Students learn to referee basketball games with clear decision-making and confident communication
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About This Activity
Students learn to referee basketball games with clear decision-making and confident communication
Quick Info
moderate
16
10m x 8m minimum
Equipment Required
Whistle or signal device
1 per referee (3-4)
Basketball
1-2
Cones for boundaries
8-10
Referee signal cards
1 set
Whistles
As needed
Cones
As needed
Cards
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Basketball
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Features
Adaptable
Interactive
Engaging
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Game Sense
Team Play
Decision Making
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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