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Playing Card Team Selection System

Random team formation system using playing cards to create balanced groups and tournament fixtures

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About This Activity

Random team formation system using playing cards to create balanced groups and tournament fixtures

Quick Info

low
24
Any classroom or activity space

Equipment Required

Playing cards

1 deck (matching student numbers)

Whiteboard and markers

1 board, 2 markers

Cards

As needed

Sun Markers

As needed

Suitable For

Year 9

Suitable Sports

Softball

Activity Tags

Competition

Non-Competitive

Features

Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Values

Teamwork
Fair Play
Cooperation

Activity Type

Assessment

Skills

Team Play
Decision Making
Coordination

Weather

All Weather

Intensity

Low Intensity

Space

Indoor/Outdoor