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Learning Intention

End to end builds on introductory invasion activities requiring throwing and catching.

Band Level

3 - 4, 5 - 6, Skill Development, Game Concepts

Content Description

ACPMP043, ACPMP045, ACPMP061, ACPMP063

Skill Focus

Catching, Defending, Throwing

Equipment

  • 1 foam ball (or similar per group)
  • 8 markers cones

How-To

  1. Play in teams of 8 or less.
  2. 2 teams spread the length of the playing area.
  3. On your signal, the player with the ball at one end passes the ball to a teammate.
  4. This continues until a goal is scored at the other end.
  5. If the ball is dropped, the other team begins with the ball.
  6. The goal defender of the attacking team begins with the ball.
  7. Defenders try to intercept the ball.
  8. No running with the ball.

Change It...

Easier

  • Reduce the playing area
  • Allow 2 drops or intercepts before the ball is turned over to the other team

Harder

  • A player can run with the ball until tagged

Tips

  • Use role models to emphasise good examples of throwing and catching
  • Encourage players to communicate with each other

Question

  • Where can you stand to defend a pass?
  • How can you defend the player with the ball?