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Rob the Nest - Running with Ball

Dynamic warm-up where students scoop balls from hoops (nests) and must run back to their partner whilst keeping the ball in their stick, discovering the challenge that leads to learning cradling technique

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About This Activity

Dynamic warm-up where students scoop balls from hoops (nests) and must run back to their partner whilst keeping the ball in their stick, discovering the challenge that leads to learning cradling technique

Quick Info

high
24
20m x 20m minimum

Equipment Required

Lacrosse sticks

1 per pair (15 for 30 students)

Lacrosse Balls

1 per pair (15 for 30 students)

Hoops

1 per pair (15 for 30 students)

Whistle

1

Whistles

As needed

Suitable For

Year 7
Year 9
Year 10
Year 6
Year 8

Suitable Sports

Lacrosse
Hockey

Activity Tags

Skills

Ball Control
Crawling
Running
Team Play

Equipment

Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required

Competition

Non-Competitive

Space

Large Space
Outdoor

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression

Features

Interactive
Engaging
Fun

Values

Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect

Intensity

High Intensity

Activity Type

Warm Up

Weather

All Weather