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Texas Tennis (Tennis Volleyball)

Modified tennis game played in teams where ball can bounce multiple times or be caught and thrown, making tennis accessible and fun while developing court awareness and shot placement

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About This Activity

Modified tennis game played in teams where ball can bounce multiple times or be caught and thrown, making tennis accessible and fun while developing court awareness and shot placement

Quick Info

high
24
Tennis court, netball court, or marked area: 10m x 5m minimum per court

Equipment Required

Tennis nets

1 per court (4-6 for full class)

Tennis Balls

1-2 per court (8-12 total for full class)

Tennis Racquets

1 per student (30 for full class) or none if using hands-only version

Marker cones

20-30 for court boundaries

Suitable For

Year 8

Suitable Sports

Tennis

Activity Tags

Equipment

Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required

Competition

Non-Competitive

Space

Large Space
Outdoor

Features

Inclusive
Engaging
Fun

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Activity Type

Main Game
Skill Game

Values

Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation

Skills

Game Sense
Receiving
Team Play
Passing
Coordination

Weather

All Weather