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Small-sided basketball matches focusing on skill application and sportsmanship development
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About This Activity
Small-sided basketball matches focusing on skill application and sportsmanship development
Quick Info
high
20
Full basketball court or large sports hall minimum 28m x 15m
Equipment Required
Basketball Hoops
2 (one per half-court)
Basketballs
2-4 depending on simultaneous games
Court markers
8-12 cones
Coloured Bibs
Sets for team identification
Whistles
2 for referees
Basketball
As needed
Sun Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 9
Suitable Sports
Sport Education
Basketball
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Space
Indoor
Outdoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Progressive
Engaging
Challenging
Activity Type
Main Game
Skill Drill
Values
Teamwork
Discipline
Sportsmanship
Teaching Focus
Direct Instruction
Skill Progression
Skills
Shooting
Passing
Footwork
Weather
All Weather
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