Piggy in the Middle - Handball Rules
Keep-away game applying handball rules where team tries to maintain possession while defender attempts to intercept
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About This Activity
Keep-away game applying handball rules where team tries to maintain possession while defender attempts to intercept
Quick Info
high
20
8m x 8m per group minimum
Equipment Required
Handballs
1 per group of 4-5
Coloured Bibs
1 per group for defender
Handballs or basketballs
1 per group (6-8 balls for class of 30)
Bibs/Pinnies
1 per group in contrasting colour (6-8 bibs)
Cones or floor spots
16-24 for marking group areas
Balls
As needed
Bibs
As needed
Cones
As needed
Bibs (training vests)
1 per team for Piggy (6-8 bibs)
Cones for area marking
16-24 (4 per team)
Suitable For
Year 7
Year 6
Year 8
Suitable Sports
Handball
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Bibs Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Moderate Competition
Space
Large Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
High Intensity
Skills
Throwing
Game Sense
Team Play
Defensive Skills
Catching
Passing
Dribbling
Activity Type
Main Game
Skill Game
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Weather
All Weather
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