Tennis Umpire Training Challenge
Students learn to officiate tennis matches by practicing umpiring skills, making fair decisions, and understanding the importance of officials in sport.
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About This Activity
Students learn to officiate tennis matches by practicing umpiring skills, making fair decisions, and understanding the importance of officials in sport.
Quick Info
low
15
8m x 4m demonstration court
Equipment Required
Tennis Balls
5-10 for demonstrations
Boundary Markers
4-8 cones
Umpire signal cards
1 set
Chair or designated umpire area
1
Sun Markers
As needed
Cards
As needed
Chairs
As needed
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 5
Year 4
Suitable Sports
Tennis
Activity Tags
Values
Leadership
Fair Play
Respect
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Cooperative Learning
Space
Indoor
Outdoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Game Sense
Decision Making
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Activity Type
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
Intensity
Low Intensity
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