Skill Drill Invasion Games Activities for Year 4

Partner-based activity where players take turns attacking and defending in individual goal areas

Three rotating stations practicing 2v1 defending across Tag Rugby, Football, and Netball

One defender faces two attackers in tag rugby scenario, focusing on space closure and forcing errors

Four players use dummy passes and deception to keep the ball from a defender in the middle

Partner passing and dodging drill where receiver must catch and dodge to score while defender attempts to tag

Partner activity where one student leads with ball control while the other follows their pathway

One student dribbles a ball trying to escape from their partner using controlled touches

Small groups experiment with different throwing equipment to discover which works best for targets at varying distances, developing decision-making and accuracy

Partners pass through cone gates and navigate between multiple targets while developing accuracy and communication

Structured hockey practice focusing on first touch control and accurate return passing

One defender intercepts passes between two receivers using anticipation and reading body language

Linear passing challenge with defender using eye deception to beat interception attempts

Small group possession game focusing on dummy passing and deception to maintain ball control

Practice shielding techniques across football, basketball, and tennis challenges to develop adaptable ball protection skills

Pairs practice shielding technique with one student protecting ball from gentle pressure

Partners practice accurate throwing and catching using proper technique and communication

Structured partner practice developing proper underarm throwing technique and ready catching position with various equipment types

Teams run in sequence to cones while crossing paths, developing peripheral vision and spatial awareness

Four players practice passing and movement in rectangle formation with central player

Structured passing practice focusing on creating and using support positions

Structured team planning activity where students develop strategic thinking skills