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Touching Distance Tracking

Defenders practice staying close to attackers while they dribble, developing spatial awareness and tracking skills

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About This Activity

Defenders practice staying close to attackers while they dribble, developing spatial awareness and tracking skills

Quick Info

moderate
20
20m x 15m minimum (multiple 10m x 10m squares)

Equipment Required

Footballs

1 per pair (15 for class of 30)

Cones

40-50 for area marking

Softballs

As needed

Suitable For

Year 5

Suitable Sports

Football

Activity Tags

Equipment

Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required

Competition

Non-Competitive

Skills

Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Defensive Skills
Agility

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Features

Interactive
Engaging
Challenging

Values

Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect

Activity Type

Skill Drill

Space

Medium Space
Outdoor

Weather

All Weather