Star Wars

Players try to cross the field with out being hit by the ball.

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• Set Up

  • Sith-Each pair has a ball and line up on opposite sidelines

  • Set up a rectangle boundary

• Equipment

  • Ball on either sideline

  • Disc cones

• Objective

  To hit the Jedis (running players) with the ball below the knee.

• Directions

  1. Choose 4 Sith and put 2 on either Sideline with a lot of balls.

  2. Divide the remaining players and have them stand on the End Line.

  3. When the coach blows the whistle one group will run to the opposite end line and try not to get hit with a ball. If they are hit they have to join the Sith on the sideline.

• Variations

  • Have players dribble with a ball across the field while avoiding getting hit.

  • Try just having the Coach as a target seen here.

• Coaching Points

  • Focus on accuracy over power

  • Keep heads up to see teammates and avoid getting hit

  • Be Dramatic! Try jumping over the ball

Reflection: Self-Management

1. During this game what feelings were you feeling? When did you feel them?

2. What is the best way to express your feelings when you are playing against someone who may be losing?

• Be proud of yourself but check in on the other team, ask how they are, offer to switch positions