Stay Tight - Defensive Positioning Drill
Progressive drill teaching proper side-on defensive positioning and shadowing technique
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About This Activity
Progressive drill teaching proper side-on defensive positioning and shadowing technique
Quick Info
moderate
21
Full netball court or 30m x 15m area
Equipment Required
Cones
20+ (2 per group)
Balls
10 (1 per 3 students)
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Netball
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Defensive Skills
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Progressive
Engaging
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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