Student-Led Short Distance Ball Movement Challenge
Students create and teach their own warm-up activities focusing on short-distance ball movement and control
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About This Activity
Students create and teach their own warm-up activities focusing on short-distance ball movement and control
Quick Info
moderate
24
20m x 20m minimum
Equipment Required
Sports sticks or equipment
1 per student
Balls
2 per group of 4
Marker cones
20-30
Hockey sticks
As needed
Dish Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Hockey
Activity Tags
Skills
Ball Control
Creating Space
Team Play
Values
Leadership
Cooperation
Respect
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Self Assessment
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
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