Tactical Handball 5v5
Full handball game with emphasis on tactical dribbling decisions and skill integration
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Full handball game with emphasis on tactical dribbling decisions and skill integration
Quick Info
high
28
40m x 15m for two courts, or 20m x 15m for single court
Equipment Required
Handballs
2-4
Goals
4 (2 per court)
Bibs/Pinnies
15-20
Cones for marking
16-20
Bibs
As needed
Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Handball
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Bibs Required
Goals Required
Space
Large Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Teaching Focus
Cognitive Challenge
Team Challenge
Skills
Tactics
Game Sense
Dribbling
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Activity Type
Main Game
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Intensity
High Intensity
Competition
Moderate Competition
Weather
All Weather
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