Piggy in the Middle
Two players work together to pass the ball through a gate while a defender tries to intercept
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About This Activity
Two players work together to pass the ball through a gate while a defender tries to intercept
Quick Info
moderate
21
20m x 15m for multiple groups
Equipment Required
Soft play balls
1 per group of 3
Cones
2 per group
Coloured Bibs
1 per defender
Handballs or similar
1 per group (4-6 total)
Area markers
16-24 for boundaries
Balls
As needed
Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 5
Year 6
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Ball Skills
Handball
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Bibs Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Indoor/Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Tactics
Team Play
Catching
Passing
Decision Making
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
High Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Skill Game
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Respect
Weather
All Weather
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