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
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