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Shield and Protect Ball Defence Practice

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

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About This Activity

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

Quick Info

moderate
20
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