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Progressive Dodgeball: Game Variables Exploration

Students play three versions of dodgeball with increasing numbers of catchers and balls, then evaluate which version creates the best balance of challenge and fairness

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About This Activity

Students play three versions of dodgeball with increasing numbers of catchers and balls, then evaluate which version creates the best balance of challenge and fairness

Quick Info

high
24
Playing area approximately 20m x 20m (adjust based on class size: smaller for fewer students, larger for more)

Equipment Required

Soft foam Dodgeballs

3 (gator skin balls or foam balls)

Coloured Bibs

30 (full class set as all become catchers eventually)

Boundary markers (cones)

8-12 to mark playing area perimeter

Soft Dodgeballs

As needed

Markers

As needed

Suitable For

Year 8

Suitable Sports

Leadership

Activity Tags

Equipment

Ball Required
Bibs Required
Minimal Equipment

Competition

Non-Competitive

Space

Large Space
Indoor/Outdoor

Teaching Focus

Cognitive Challenge
Problem Solving

Features

Interactive
Engaging
Challenging

Activity Type

Main Game

Values

Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation

Skills

Game Sense
Team Play
Decision Making

Intensity

High Intensity

Weather

All Weather