Tactical Flag Football Game
Competitive flag football applying defensive systems with down system and tactical decisions
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About This Activity
Competitive flag football applying defensive systems with down system and tactical decisions
Quick Info
high
24
40m x 20m full pitch with end zones
Equipment Required
Flag belts
2 per player
Rugby/Flag footballs
2-3 game balls
Boundary cones
20-30 for full pitch marking
Team bibs
15 of each colour
Scoresheets
2-3 sheets
Tag Belts
As needed
Flag Footballs
As needed
Dish Cones
As needed
Score Sheets
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Suitable Sports
Flag Football
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Bibs Required
Cones Required
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Challenging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Skills
Tactics
Speed
Team Play
Decision Making
Agility
Activity Type
Main Game
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Intensity
High Intensity
Competition
Moderate Competition
Weather
All Weather
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