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| Age group : All ages |
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| Number of players: Whole team |
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Set up: The size of the grid will vary depending on numbers, but for 10 - 14 players
A 25 x 25 grid should be about right.
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Basic game: Start with two players holding a bib. These two players are "it" in a simple game of tag. If either of the players tags another player, the player who was tagged gets the bib and becomes it. This should get all the players moving a bit to start.
Progression: Next we add two footballs into the grid. A player who has possession of a football can't be tagged.
The "it" players don't try to steal the ball but rather they try to tag a player who doesn't have a ball. This is where passing, receiving, vision and communication come into play.
If a player is being chased and is about to be tagged, a team mate should pass the ball to them in order to give them safety. This will require the players with the ball looking to see who is in danger of being tagged, it will also require the players without the ball who are being chased to be running while looking for a ball and calling for it (just like they should be doing in a game.)
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Tip: With younger or less experienced players you might want to start them holding the balls and they can throw and catch using their hands.
Summary: While this is a very simple game, it's one that your players will enjoy and will also allow them to work on some extremely valuable ball and communication skills.
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