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