Movement skills/concepts

Catching a ball approaching at different angles, levels and speeds, and throwing a high ball.

Set-up

• Small balls.
• Two teams of three each, one team with the ball; teams stand in marked zones (10 meters or more apart) of a grass or hard surface area.

Activity

A player in one team throws the ball in an attempt to hit the ground in the opponents’ zone and score a point.

If an opposing player catches the ball on the full, they score a point.

Can you see …?

• calling ‘mine’ when taking a catch
• covering a space (zone)
• positioning under the ball
• correct hand position

You could ask …

How will your team work together to get into a position to catch the ball? Where will you aim to throw the ball to hit the ground?

Variations

Vary the type of ball and throw: For example, use a soccer ball and kick.

Increase the number of balls: Introduce a second ball.

Vary difficulty level: Increase or decrease the size and distance of zones to suit the skill level of the group.