Shield Defence Tactic

Learn and practice the defensive shield tactic where one player protects teammates using a ball as a shield

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Learn and practice the defensive shield tactic where one player protects teammates using a ball as a shield

Quick Info

8 mins

moderate

15m x 10m minimum

Equipment Required

Foam Balls

4-5 balls total

Court markers

6-8 cones

Softballs

As needed

Sun Markers

As needed

Suitable For

Year 5

Year 6

Suitable Sports

Dodgeball

Activity Tags

Equipment

Ball Required

Minimal Equipment

Competition

Non-Competitive

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning

Skill Progression

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Features

Interactive

Engaging

Challenging

Values

Teamwork

Cooperation

Respect

Activity Type

Skill Drill

Space

Medium Space

Indoor/Outdoor

Skills

Team Play

Defensive Skills

Coordination

Weather

All Weather