Small-sided possession game where teams count successful passes whilst defending team marks players and practices spinning to mark ball after turnovers

Practice dodgeball game where teams apply tactical knowledge, establish communication patterns, and prepare for tournament through 3v3 gameplay with observation element

Progressive small-sided possession games where attackers maintain possession against increasing numbers of defenders, developing passing accuracy, movement, and decision-making under pressure

Small-sided competitive activity where one attacker tries to lose a defender and receive passes from outside players within a confined square, developing spatial awareness, communication, deceptive movement and defensive positioning

Dynamic possession game where defenders try to gain ball possession using proper technique while attackers protect using various dribbling skills

Dynamic tag game where students dodge soft balls thrown by throwers positioned on court sides while attempting to cross from one baseline to sanctuary at opposite end

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

Partner drill focusing on developing correct bounce pass technique including W-hand grip, elbow position, follow-through, and cushioned receiving.

Partner-based catching progression using frisbees or balls, developing from two-handed 'pancake' catches to one-handed catches to reaction catches. Drops result in immediate star jump penalties to maintain concentration.

Dynamic warm-up game where catchers form chains that split when reaching 4 people, developing agility, reaction time and teamwork

A competitive relay-style warm-up where one team passes a ball around a circle while the other team runs relay races around them.

Fast-paced 4v4 possession game where players must sprint to touch sideline after passing before returning to receive again, forcing application of clearing and driving concepts

Dynamic warm-up where pairs protect a bib from a catcher in small groups

Students practice give-and-go (one-two) passing patterns while running, using angled support players to develop timing and communication

Partners use iPads to photograph each other performing slow-motion digs, then analyse the images to discover and articulate the three key technical points of effective dig technique

Dynamic game where catchers work in pairs to tag others using ball passes, building to larger catcher teams

High-energy tag game where evaders practice dodging techniques to avoid taggers, with fast-feet-on-the-spot penalty for tagged players before rejoining

Partners use two balls simultaneously, with one performing chest pass and the other bounce pass at exactly the same time while moving up the court

Fast-paced warm-up where students jog continuously and respond to number commands with specific actions (1=floor touch, 2=jump, 3=both hands floor)

Progressive cardiovascular warm-up incorporating jogging, dynamic stretches (arm circles, high knees, butt kicks), walking lunges, leg swings, and ball familiarisation activities to prepare the body for vigourous circuit training

High-energy warm-up where students jog continuously and respond to number calls by performing specific actions, with opportunities for student creativity

Teams compete to pass ball to nominated player in end zone for scoring opportunity

4v4 basketball game where teams score by successfully bounce passing to a teammate in the opposition's end zone, developing tactical awareness and skill application under pressure

Competitive tournament matches with explicit focus on demonstrating sportsmanship, celebrating diverse contributions, and positive teammate behaviours under pressure