Player to Ball Marking Transitions
1v1 drill with feeder where defender practices transitioning between marking player closely (arm's length) and marking ball (1 metre with hands up)
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1v1 drill with feeder where defender practices transitioning between marking player closely (arm's length) and marking ball (1 metre with hands up)
Quick Info
moderate
24
Half court or 15m x 15m area minimum for multiple groups
Equipment Required
Netballs
1 per group of 3 (typically 8-10 balls)
Whistle
1
Cones or markers (optional)
3 per group
Netball
As needed
Whistles
As needed
Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 8
Suitable Sports
Netball
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Positioning
Decision Making
Marking
Features
Inclusive
Progressive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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