Tactical Cone Movement Noughts and Crosses
Teams use coloured cones that can be moved between hoops, requiring both offensive and defensive tactical thinking
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About This Activity
Teams use coloured cones that can be moved between hoops, requiring both offensive and defensive tactical thinking
Quick Info
moderate
16
12m x 12m minimum
Equipment Required
Hoops
9
Coloured Cones
20 (10 each of 2 colours)
Cone storage containers
2
Whiteboard for tactical diagrams
1
Water Containers
As needed
Whiteboards
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Outdoor Adventurous Activities
Activity Tags
Skills
Strategy
Tactics
Decision Making
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Teaching Focus
Cognitive Challenge
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Activity Type
Main Game
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation
Weather
All Weather
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