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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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About This Activity

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

Quick Info

8 mins
moderate
12
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