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Sharks and Shielding Game

Dynamic game where defenders (sharks) use jab tackles to knock balls out of a grid while dribblers shield and maintain possession

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About This Activity

Dynamic game where defenders (sharks) use jab tackles to knock balls out of a grid while dribblers shield and maintain possession

Quick Info

high
30
20m x 20m (can be adjusted to 18m x 18m for smaller groups or 22m x 22m for larger)

Equipment Required

Hockey sticks

1 per student (30)

Hockey balls

1 per student (30)

Large cones

40-50 for grid boundaries

Coloured Bibs

5 in one colour for sharks

Equipment baskets

2-3 for organised distribution

Dish Cones

As needed

Equipment Bags

As needed

Suitable For

Year 7
Year 9
Year 10
Year 6
Year 8

Suitable Sports

Hockey
Lacrosse

Activity Tags

Equipment

Ball Required
Minimal Equipment

Competition

Non-Competitive

Space

Large Space
Outdoor

Skills

Spatial Awareness
Defending
Team Play
Dribbling

Features

Inclusive
Engaging
Fun

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving

Values

Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect

Intensity

High Intensity

Activity Type

Warm Up

Weather

All Weather