Tactical Tennis Challenge
Competitive tennis-style game where students use tactical throwing to outwit opponents and win points.
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About This Activity
Competitive tennis-style game where students use tactical throwing to outwit opponents and win points.
Quick Info
high
20
25m x 20m for multiple courts with safety spacing
Equipment Required
Tennis Balls
1 per court (15 total)
Cones for court boundaries
6 per court (90 total)
Scoring tokens/markers
Optional for visual scorekeeping
Cones
As needed
Team Tokens
As needed
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 4
Suitable Sports
Tennis
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Moderate Competition
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Tactics
Throwing
Game Sense
Team Play
Agility
Coordination
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Challenging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Team Challenge
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
High Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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