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Quarter System Basketball Games

Authentic 4v4 basketball games using quarter structure with jump ball starts and student-managed restarts.

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About This Activity

Authentic 4v4 basketball games using quarter structure with jump ball starts and student-managed restarts.

Quick Info

high
24
40m x 30m for multiple courts

Equipment Required

Basketballs

1 per court (3-4 balls)

Bibs/Pinnies

Half class set (15-16)

Cones

20-30 for court marking

Whistle

1 for teacher

Timer/stopwatch

1

Basketball

As needed

Bibs

As needed

Whistles

As needed

Timer

As needed

Suitable For

Year 3

Suitable Sports

Basketball

Activity Tags

Equipment

Ball Required
Bibs Required
Cones Required

Features

Inclusive
Engaging
Fun

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Competitive Learning

Activity Type

Main Game

Values

Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation

Skills

Game Sense
Team Play
Shooting
Passing
Decision Making

Space

Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor

Intensity

High Intensity

Competition

Moderate Competition

Weather

All Weather