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		Triangle and One

Tactical Focus:
Regain Possession

	Groups form a triangle with one defender in the middle.
	Players attempt to complete passes without dropping object or having the defender intercept the pass.
	An unsuccessful pass results in the defender and thrower switching roles.
	Swith roles after 5 complete passes.
	Defender may not grab the object from an opponent's hand.

	Triangle and One Soccer Pass: Players use a soccer ball and kicking/trapping to pass the ball.
	Box and One: Players form a square instead of a triangle. This leaves one open corner which players can run into to create space.
	Circle & Three: Form circle of any number with three people in the middle.
	Decrease the size of the area to make it more difficult for the passers.
	Substitute the ball for a different object to throw and catch (e.g. rubber chicken, stuffed animals, felt rings, etc.).
	Decrease the playing area or add another defender to increase the challenge for the passing team
	After 5 successful passes, the outside team then attempts to knock over a target in the middle.

	What are effective ways to try and regain possession of the ball?
	Anticipate where the pass will go
	Position yourself so that you can see defenders and the ball
	Add pressure on the person with the ball to take away space
	Put pressure on the person receiving the ball as initial control is often a good time to try and regain possession.

	Provide a peer assistant to help the defender.
	Play short rounds so the defender will not be in the middle for more than 5 complete passes.
	Increase the size of the triangle to make it easier for the passers.
	Can use a beach ball, which is large and soft to catch.
	Modify the rules: Players can roll the ball to each other without the defenders intercepting the moving object.

LEVEL OF COMPLEXITY

Moderate

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Participant Grouping

Groups of four.

Equipment

Balls (e.g. beach, foam, paper, wiffle gator): Variety
Other: Rings
Rubber chickens, stuffed animals: Unlimited

Playing Area

Gymnasium
Outdoors

Safety

Defenders must be a minimum of 1m from their group members.


		Life Skills Development
		Communication and Interpersonal Skills
		What made your team successful when you had possession of the ball?
		How is teamwork important in this activity? Where else is teamwork important?
		What makes a good team? Why is it important to know your role on the team?
		How do you feel when someone in not equally contributing to the team?
		What are positive ways to communicate and encourage other teammates to get more involved and help out the overall success of the team?


		FUNdamental Skills
		Manipulation Skills
		Underhand Throw
		Preparation Phase: Bend knees while distributing equal balance of weight on both feet.
		Execution Phase: Start with your arm low and release the ball facing the target (Your arm moves like a swing on a swingset).
		Follow Through Phase: Step forward with your throwing arm leg towards the target