Rob the Nest - Competitive Ball Collection
Teams compete to collect balls from a central area using stick skills under pressure
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About This Activity
Teams compete to collect balls from a central area using stick skills under pressure
Quick Info
high
25
30m x 30m
Equipment Required
Lacrosse sticks
1 per student
Balls
40-50
Hoops
5
Cones
20
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Lacrosse
Activity Tags
Skills
Ball Control
Team Play
Agility
Coordination
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Competitive Learning
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Intensity
High Intensity
Activity Type
Warm Up
Competition
Moderate Competition
Weather
All Weather
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