Roll and Trap
Students practice trapping rolled balls with racket and sending back to partner
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Students practice trapping rolled balls with racket and sending back to partner
Quick Info
low
16
15m x 10m minimum
Equipment Required
Tennis Rackets
1 per pair (15 total)
Foam Balls
1 per pair (15 total)
Suitable For
Year 1
Suitable Sports
Net and Wall
Activity Tags
Skills
Ball Control
Catching
Coordination
Features
Adaptable
Inclusive
Engaging
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
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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