Through the Gate Defending
1v1 defending game where defenders try to prevent attackers from dribbling through cone gates
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About This Activity
1v1 defending game where defenders try to prevent attackers from dribbling through cone gates
Quick Info
high
16
20m x 25m minimum
Equipment Required
Cones
20-30
Basketballs or similar
1 per pair (8-15 total)
Dodgeball
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Basketball
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Cones Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Game Sense
Defensive Skills
Agility
Teaching Focus
Cognitive Challenge
Team Challenge
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Features
Engaging
Fun
Challenging
Intensity
High Intensity
Space
Outdoor
Activity Type
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
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