Reciprocal Coaching: Backhand Drive Development
Partners work together using coaching cards to develop and refine backhand drive technique through structured observation and feedback
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Partners work together using coaching cards to develop and refine backhand drive technique through structured observation and feedback
Quick Info
moderate
20
Minimum 8m x 5m per pair (approximately 100m² total for class of 30)
Equipment Required
Reciprocal coaching cards (laminated)
1 per pair (15 cards for class of 30)
Tennis Racquets
1 per student (30 racquets)
Tennis Balls
4-6 per pair (minimum 60 balls total)
Cones or markers
30-40 markers
Ball hoppers or baskets
1 per 2-3 pairs
Cards
As needed
Tennis Rackets
As needed
Cones
As needed
Ball Hopper
As needed
Suitable For
Year 9
Suitable Sports
Tennis
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Peer Assessment
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Skills
Throwing
Game Sense
Catching
Decision Making
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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