Sharks and Fishes Basketball
360-degree awareness game where players dribble within boundaries while avoiding multiple defenders
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About This Activity
360-degree awareness game where players dribble within boundaries while avoiding multiple defenders
Quick Info
high
24
15m x 15m minimum (half basketball court ideal)
Equipment Required
Basketballs
25-30 (1 per fish)
Coloured Bibs
4-6
Boundary Markers
12-16 cones
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 4
Suitable Sports
Basketball
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Equipment
Bibs Required
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Skills
Game Sense
Team Play
Passing
Dribbling
Weather
All Weather
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