Roller Ball Defenders
Partners take turns rolling balls through each other's goals while the defender uses ready position to intercept
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About This Activity
Partners take turns rolling balls through each other's goals while the defender uses ready position to intercept
Quick Info
moderate
16
Large area with 5m spacing between partners
Equipment Required
Tennis Balls
1 per pair (15 for class of 30)
Cones
4 per pair for goals
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Net and Wall
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Skills
Reaction Time
Defending
Team Play
Body Control
Anticipation
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Activity Type
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
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