Set Shot Keep-Up Challenge
Partners work together to keep a volleyball in the air using only set shots, developing control and cooperative play
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About This Activity
Partners work together to keep a volleyball in the air using only set shots, developing control and cooperative play
Quick Info
moderate
20
15m x 20m for 30 students (minimum 2m spacing between pairs)
Equipment Required
Volleyballs
1 per pair (15 for 30 students)
Cones or markers
Optional - 20-30 to mark pair spaces
Whistle
1 for teacher
Suitable For
Year 7
Suitable Sports
Volleyball
Activity Tags
Skills
Ball Control
Game Sense
Shooting
Features
Adaptable
Interactive
Engaging
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Warm Up
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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