Straight Line Route Running and Catching
Develop timing and technique for running routes while catching balls over the shoulder
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About This Activity
Develop timing and technique for running routes while catching balls over the shoulder
Quick Info
moderate
16
30m x 20m minimum
Equipment Required
Footballs or rugby balls
1 per pair
Cones for lane marking
12-20
Stopwatch for timing
1
Softballs
As needed
Cones
As needed
Stopwatch
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Suitable Sports
Flag Football
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Teaching Focus
Individual Practice
Skill Progression
Features
Interactive
Progressive
Engaging
Skills
Running
Timing
Catching
Coordination
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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