Spaces Not Faces Square Escape
Tactical game teaching students to attack space rather than opponents using nested square setup
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About This Activity
Tactical game teaching students to attack space rather than opponents using nested square setup
Quick Info
moderate
20
20m x 20m minimum
Equipment Required
Cones
20-24
Balls (optional)
4-6
Team bibs
15 in 2 colours
Balls
As needed
Suitable For
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Tag Rugby
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Tactics
Decision Making
Teaching Focus
Cognitive Challenge
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Skill Game
Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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