Possession Pig in the Middle
Small group possession game with one defender applying pressure to develop passing under pressure and defensive skills
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About This Activity
Small group possession game with one defender applying pressure to develop passing under pressure and defensive skills
Quick Info
15 mins
high
25
20m x 20m minimum for multiple groups
Equipment Required
Cones
6 per group from previous activity
Footballs
1 per group plus spares
Coloured Bibs
1 per group
Softballs
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Football
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Defensive Skills
Passing
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Intensity
High Intensity
Activity Type
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
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