Texas Tennis - Underarm Rally Game
Fun modified tennis game where ball stays live while bouncing, with underarm hitting only and unique scoring rules
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About This Activity
Fun modified tennis game where ball stays live while bouncing, with underarm hitting only and unique scoring rules
Quick Info
moderate
16
15m x 8m per court (multiple courts needed)
Equipment Required
Tennis balls or alternatives
3 per pair
Tennis racquets or substitutes
1 per student
Court boundary markers
20-30 cones or markers
Tennis Balls
As needed
Tennis Rackets
As needed
Sun Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 9
Suitable Sports
Tennis
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Agility
Endurance
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Differentiation
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Warm Up
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Features
Engaging
Fun
Challenging
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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