Shield and Protect Ball Defence Practice

Technical practice focusing on body positioning to protect ball possession against defensive pressure

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Technical practice focusing on body positioning to protect ball possession against defensive pressure

Quick Info

moderate

4m x 4m per pair (minimum 20m x 15m total)

Equipment Required

Balls for shielding practice

1 per pair (15 total)

Boundary markers (optional)

4 per pair (60 total)

Balls

As needed

Markers

As needed

Suitable For

Year 5

Year 6

Suitable Sports

Handball

Activity Tags

Equipment

Ball Required

Minimal Equipment

Features

Adaptable

Interactive

Engaging

Competition

Non-Competitive

Skills

Spatial Awareness

Tactics

Defensive Skills

Body Control

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