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Target Defence Game

One player hits to targets while their partner defends by trying to catch or touch balls before they land in targets, with strategic scoring system

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About This Activity

One player hits to targets while their partner defends by trying to catch or touch balls before they land in targets, with strategic scoring system

Quick Info

high
16
25m x 15m minimum

Equipment Required

Net or bench barriers

1 per game (3-4 games)

Target hoops

2 per game

Rackets

1 per hitting player

Balls

6-8 per game

Barriers

As needed

Hoops

As needed

Suitable For

Year 3

Suitable Sports

Tennis

Activity Tags

Equipment

Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required

Space

Large Space
Outdoor

Teaching Focus

Cognitive Challenge
Team Challenge

Skills

Tactics
Throwing
Team Play
Defensive Skills
Catching

Features

Interactive
Engaging
Fun

Activity Type

Main Game

Values

Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation

Intensity

High Intensity

Competition

Moderate Competition

Weather

All Weather