Main Game Invasion Games Activities for Year 1

Two attackers use bouncing skills to score at a target while one defender tries to intercept

Small-sided team game where pairs work together to score in targets while defending their own

Small-sided invasion game where three attackers work together against one defender to score goals

Three attackers work together to maintain possession against one defender in defined area

Small-sided game where three attackers try to score points by touching cones while one defender attempts interceptions

Teams use dodging and passing to get close enough to bounce ball into target hoop

Small-sided invasion game where 4 attackers work together to maintain possession and hit a central target while 2 defenders try to intercept

Modified invasion game where teams of 6 play 4v2 (4 attackers outside square, 2 defenders inside protecting hoops)

Fast-paced game where pairs throw beanbags into opponent's hoop while defending their own

Active dodging game where students move backwards across an area while avoiding soft ball 'boulders' thrown gently by side throwers

Partner activity developing controlled dodging skills through following and leading exercises

High-energy chasing game where cats try to collect bands from mice, with constant role swapping

Dynamic warm-up where catchers form chains to tag runners who must use direction changes to escape

Two super teams compete in ultimate defending challenge applying all learned skills

Groups positioned at compass points cross simultaneously to opposite sides while avoiding collisions

2v2 invasion game where teams score by getting objects into opponent's corner hoops

Small group invasion game where attackers dribble balls through goals while defenders try to win possession

Possession game where students with balls (attackers) try to keep control while defenders attempt to win possession using feet only

Teams work to get ball into opposing end zone using various skill methods

Team invasion game where players score by receiving the ball in opponent's end zone using netball-style rules

Team throwing and catching game where players must throw accurately to teammates in designated houses

High-intensity chasing game where catchers try to steal 'tails' (bibs) from foxes who must protect them

Students learn defending positioning by protecting space treasure from attackers

Strategic collection game where students make decisions about attacking from different sources