Shadow Tag - Man-to-Man Marking
Pairs activity developing close marking skills and defensive positioning
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About This Activity
Pairs activity developing close marking skills and defensive positioning
Quick Info
12 mins
moderate
18
30m x 20m for full class
Equipment Required
Marker cones
24-32
Basketballs
8-10
Dish Cones
As needed
Basketball
As needed
Floorball balls
1 per pair
Floorball sticks
1 per student
Game Balls
As needed
Sticks
As needed
Suitable For
Year 9
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Basketball
Floorball
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Indoor/Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Positioning
Game Sense
Defensive Skills
Body Control
Agility
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Weather
All Weather
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