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Pig in the Middle

Four students form a square and pass to keep the ball away from the defender in the middle

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About This Activity

Four students form a square and pass to keep the ball away from the defender in the middle

Quick Info

moderate
20
20m x 20m for multiple groups

Equipment Required

Balls

1 per group of 5

Cones

16 (4 per square)

Suitable For

Year 1
Year 2

Suitable Sports

Invasion Games

Activity Tags

Equipment

Ball Required
Bibs Required
Minimal Equipment

Competition

Non-Competitive

Space

Large Space
Outdoor

Skills

Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Catching
Passing

Features

Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Activity Type

Main Game
Skill Game

Values

Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation

Weather

All Weather