Zone Hockey Defending System
Players learn zone defending principles with designated areas and man-to-man marking responsibilities
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About This Activity
Players learn zone defending principles with designated areas and man-to-man marking responsibilities
Quick Info
moderate
16
30m x 20m (half pitch divided into 3 zones)
Equipment Required
Cones
12-15 for zone marking
Hockey sticks
1 per student
Hockey balls
2-3 balls plus spares
Bibs
Different colours for attackers and defenders
Suitable For
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Hockey
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Bibs Required
Cones Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Tactics
Defending
Team Play
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Teaching Focus
Team Challenge
Skill Progression
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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