Showcase Match with Tactical Analysis
Selected students demonstrate high-quality tactical play in a showcase match while peers observe, analyse tactics, and celebrate excellence
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About This Activity
Selected students demonstrate high-quality tactical play in a showcase match while peers observe, analyse tactics, and celebrate excellence
Quick Info
moderate
24
One central court (8m x 4m) with spectator area around perimeter (total 15m x 15m minimum)
Equipment Required
Tennis Rackets
2 for demonstrators
Tennis Balls
4-6 for showcase match
Court marking equipment
Cones, chalk or existing lines
Net
1 for central court
Video recording device
1 (highly recommended)
Results table display
A3 paper or whiteboard
Seating for spectators
Optional but helpful
PE Equipment
As needed
Nets
As needed
Video Device
As needed
Display
As needed
Seating
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Suitable Sports
Tennis
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Teaching Focus
Cognitive Challenge
Peer Assessment
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Skills
Tactics
Game Sense
Decision Making
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Respect
Activity Type
Assessment
Weather
All Weather
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