Protect Your Rock Challenge
Players dribble continuously whilst trying to knock other players' balls out of the area while protecting their own
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About This Activity
Players dribble continuously whilst trying to knock other players' balls out of the area while protecting their own
Quick Info
high
20
15m x 15m (adjustable based on group size)
Equipment Required
Balls (basketball/football size)
1 per participant
Cones for boundaries
8-12
Balls
As needed
Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Basketball
Activity Tags
Skills
Ball Control
Agility
Dribbling
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Teaching Focus
Cognitive Challenge
Team Challenge
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Values
Teamwork
Fair Play
Sportsmanship
Intensity
High Intensity
Activity Type
Warm Up
Competition
Moderate Competition
Weather
All Weather
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