Put Down, Pick Up Reaction Drill
High-energy reaction drill where students place their ball down and sprint to collect a different ball on command, developing speed, reactions, and safe spatial awareness.
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About This Activity
High-energy reaction drill where students place their ball down and sprint to collect a different ball on command, developing speed, reactions, and safe spatial awareness.
Quick Info
high
20
15m x 15m minimum, 20m x 20m optimal
Equipment Required
Balls
1 per student (any type: rugby, football, basketball)
Cones
8-12 for marking grid boundaries
Whistle
1
Whistles
As needed
Suitable For
Year 8
Suitable Sports
Tag Rugby
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Reaction Time
Speed
Agility
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Differentiation
Team Challenge
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Intensity
High Intensity
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
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