Triangle Volley Challenge
Groups of 4 with three students forming triangle feeding balls to centre person who must choose to dig or set each ball back, developing decision-making under pressure
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About This Activity
Groups of 4 with three students forming triangle feeding balls to centre person who must choose to dig or set each ball back, developing decision-making under pressure
Quick Info
moderate
24
18m x 18m for full class (groups need 4m x 4m each plus spacing)
Equipment Required
Volleyballs
2 per group of 4 (e.g., 12 balls for 24 students)
Cones
3 per group for triangle position markers (optional)
Suitable For
Year 7
Year 9
Year 10
Year 6
Year 8
Suitable Sports
Volleyball
Activity Tags
Skills
Ball Control
Receiving
Team Play
Passing
Decision Making
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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