Shadow Marking Drill
Focused drill developing close marking skills and defensive positioning
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About This Activity
Focused drill developing close marking skills and defensive positioning
Quick Info
moderate
20
Multiple 10m x 10m areas
Equipment Required
Balls
15 (one per pair)
Cones
20-30
Whistle
1
Whistles
As needed
Suitable For
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Handball
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required
Features
Adaptable
Inclusive
Progressive
Engaging
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Positioning
Defensive Skills
Agility
Coordination
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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