Team Formation and Tactics Planning
Structured team formation with leadership roles and tactical planning for competitive activities
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About This Activity
Structured team formation with leadership roles and tactical planning for competitive activities
Quick Info
low
25
Any classroom or hall space
Equipment Required
Team bibs
4-6 sets of different colours
Whiteboard/flipchart
1
Whiteboards
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Hockey
Activity Tags
Values
Leadership
Teamwork
Cooperation
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Skills
Tactics
Team Play
Decision Making
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
Intensity
Low Intensity
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