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Protect the Cones

Small group game where one student defends cones from rolling ball attacks using ball stopping skills

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About This Activity

Small group game where one student defends cones from rolling ball attacks using ball stopping skills

Quick Info

moderate
20
20m x 20m for multiple groups of four

Equipment Required

Tennis Balls

12 (3 per group of 4)

Cones

12 (3 per group of 4)

Group boundary markers

16 (4 per group)

Suitable For

Year 1
Year 2

Suitable Sports

Striking & Fielding

Activity Tags

Competition

Non-Competitive
Moderate Competition

Space

Large Space
Medium Space
Outdoor

Features

Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Challenging

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Skill Progression

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Skills

Throwing
Reaction Time
Team Play
Catching
Agility
Coordination

Activity Type

Main Game
Skill Game

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Values

Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Respect

Weather

All Weather