Student Officiating Confidence Builder
A progressive officiating development activity that builds student confidence in making decisions, communicating with authority, and managing competitive games
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About This Activity
A progressive officiating development activity that builds student confidence in making decisions, communicating with authority, and managing competitive games
Quick Info
moderate
24
15m x 30m per court
Equipment Required
Whistles
6-8
Scoresheets/clipboards
4-6
Court boundary markers
16-20 cones
Game Balls
6-8 per court
Clipboards
As needed
Sun Markers
As needed
Golf Balls
As needed
Suitable For
Year 8
Suitable Sports
Dodgeball
Activity Tags
Values
Leadership
Sportsmanship
Respect
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Progressive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Skills
Game Sense
Team Play
Decision Making
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Activity Type
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
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