Progressive Defensive Scenarios
Defending team gradually increases from 1v5 to 5v5, practicing marking under increasing pressure
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Defending team gradually increases from 1v5 to 5v5, practicing marking under increasing pressure
Quick Info
high
20
40m x 30m minimum for full scenarios
Equipment Required
Goals
1
Balls
2-3
Bibs
15 (one colour)
Cones
15-20
Suitable For
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Hockey
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Bibs Required
Goals Required
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Decision Making
Marking
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Progressive Challenge
Features
Progressive
Engaging
Challenging
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Intensity
High Intensity
Space
Outdoor
Competition
Moderate Competition
Activity Type
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
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