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Shadow Defending

Partner activity where one player practices defensive positioning by mirroring an attacker's movements

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About This Activity

Partner activity where one player practices defensive positioning by mirroring an attacker's movements

Quick Info

moderate
20
20m x 15m minimum

Equipment Required

Balls

1 per pair

Cones for boundaries

8-12

Cones

As needed

Suitable For

Year 5
Year 6

Suitable Sports

Hockey

Activity Tags

Equipment

Ball Required
Minimal Equipment

Competition

Non-Competitive

Skills

Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Defensive Skills

Features

Inclusive
Engaging
Challenging

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Values

Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect

Activity Type

Skill Drill

Space

Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor

Weather

All Weather