Shield It - Ball Protection Mastery
Partner-based drill focused on developing ball shielding technique using body positioning to maintain possession against defensive pressure
Unlock the Complete Activity Library
Sign up free to access unlimited activities, complete instructions, and your personal locker.
What's included
- Complete activity instructions & timing
- Equipment lists & alternatives
- Variations & progressions
- Teaching tips & safety considerations
No credit card
Free forever
About This Activity
Partner-based drill focused on developing ball shielding technique using body positioning to maintain possession against defensive pressure
Quick Info
moderate
20
20m x 20m minimum for class of 30 (pairs need 3-4m spacing)
Equipment Required
Balls (handball, basketball, football, or netball)
1 per pair (15 for class of 30)
Balls
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Suitable Sports
Handball
Activity Tags
Skills
Ball Control
Spatial Awareness
Body Control
Decision Making
Agility
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required
Features
Adaptable
Interactive
Engaging
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Peer Assessment
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
Related activities
Similar activities for the same sport
- Cat and Mouse DribblingOne student dribbles a ball trying to escape from their partner using controlled touches
- Fake and Go MasteryGroups of 3 practice the fake and go technique against passive defenders, developing deceptive movement and ball control.
- Space Creation Master ClassFocused practice on creating and using space through intelligent movement patterns
- Pass and Move TrianglesGroups of three practice passing and immediate movement in triangular formation8 min
- Shadow Marking DrillFocused drill developing close marking skills and defensive positioning
- Shield and Protect Ball Defence PracticeTechnical practice focusing on body positioning to protect ball possession against defensive pressure
- Ball Protection Square ChallengeGroups of four practice ball protection skills with feeders, receivers, and defenders in marked squares
- Cat and Mouse Dribbling ChasePartner-based activity where one student leads dribbling movements and the other follows, developing ball control while moving