Team Distance Race Strategy
Strategic team distance race where students must make tactical decisions about runner deployment and pacing
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About This Activity
Strategic team distance race where students must make tactical decisions about runner deployment and pacing
Quick Info
high
24
30m x 30m minimum for circular track
Equipment Required
Cones or markers
12-16
Lap counting system
4 sets
Team identification
4 sets
Cones
As needed
Dish Cones
As needed
Team bibs
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Athletics
Activity Tags
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Teaching Focus
Problem Solving
Team Challenge
Skills
Tactics
Team Play
Decision Making
Endurance
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Activity Type
Main Game
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Intensity
High Intensity
Equipment
Markers Required
Cones Required
Competition
Moderate Competition
Weather
All Weather
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