One team defends the targets while the attacking team tries to knock down the targets using kicking skills (more then one ball is being used at a time)
Once all the objects are knocked down the team switch roles
Increase the number of the target (for example add more targets to the circle or add another circle of targets)
By changing the type of balls or objects used to knock over the targets can increase or decrease the level difficulty
Use different manipulation skills (e.g., throw, kick)
What are effective ways to try and get the defender out of position in order to increase your chances of scoring?
Pass the ball quickly to decrease the time the defender(s) have to protect the goal
Spread the attacking players out to increase the space that the defenders have to try and cover.
Modify the locomotor patters: Players can roll the ball along the ground.
Increase the size of the circle so it is easier to knock down the targets.
Attach beeper balls to the pylons so they make a noise when they are knocked down.
For players who have difficulty hitting the targets, lay two gym benches on their side and players can kick the ball between the benches. The funnel will propel the ball along the ground to the target.
Use one ball.
LEVEL OF COMPLEXITY
Moderate
Participant Grouping
Two Equal teams of 4 players
Equipment
Balls (e.g. beach, foam, paper, wiffle gator): Used for kicking Pylons: For tagets in the middle of the circle Hoops: To make the circle around the targets
Playing Area
Gymnasium
Safety
Players need to keep a heads up for the balls. Keep the balls low to the ground to prevent player being hit with the ball.
Life Skills Development
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
How did you communicate to your teammates?
How do different communication strategies work in different situations? With different people?
How can you better communicate to team members to become more successful in this activity? In making healthier lifestyle choices?
How can we link good communication skills to helping improve refusal skills in pressured situations?
FUNdamental Skills
Locomotor
Shuffle (defense)
Preparation Phase: Bend legs with knees in line with top of foot (pretend you are sitting in a chair).
Execution Phase: Keep on the balls of your feet while heels still remain on the ground.
Follow Through Phase: Stop with control and balance on both feet which are shoulder width apart.
