The first person in one line, attempts to kick the ball through a set of pylons.
After a player makes a pass, he/she runs to the back of the other team's line
The player who receives the pass may only touch the ball two times (i.e., control then pass)
After everyone has switched sides, move the pylons closer together
Continue until the pylons are barely the width of the ball
Challenge teams to see how quickly they can complete the task together.
Allow participants only one touch when receiving the ball. In other words, they must pass the ball back immediatly without stopping it first
Play using other implements (e.g., field hockey stick, lacrosse stick, etc)
Increse the distance between the two groups
Add a goalie to defend the pylons
Add an integrated curriculum component. For example, on each consecutive kick, count by six or for each consecutive kick, think of a word that starts with the letter "B" that represents Health, etc.
What are effective ways to maintain possession of an object in an invasion game?
Short passes
Follow the pass to provide more passing opportunities
Teams can walk instead of run around the other team if the participant misses the pylons.
Place the pylons close to the area where the players are lined up.
Use a deflated ball, nerf ball or brightly coloured ball.
Increase the distance of the pylons to enlarge the goal area.
LEVEL OF COMPLEXITY
Easy
Participant Grouping
Groups of 8
Equipment
Balls (e.g. beach, foam, paper, wiffle gator): 6
Playing Area
Gymnasium
Safety
Remind participants to keep their heads up while playing
Life Skills Development
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
What made it easier when passing the ball?
What were some important things to remember when working together as a team?
Why must we be more flexible when working together as a team in a game? In school? At home?
FUNdamental Skills
Manipulation Skills
Kicking for Control
Preparation Phase: Keep eyes focused on the ball.
Execution Phase: Bend support leg slightly as it plants beside the ball, transfering weight to front foot.
Follow Through Phase: Follow through with kicking leg straight to target (leg motion moves like a swing).
