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Description

Teamwork is key in this handy ball game

Courtesy The Scout Association https://www.scouts.org.uk/activities/handball-heroes/

Resources

20 minutes
Soft balls
4 Chairs

Take it further
Create a league or tournament. This could become a healthy competition between different Groups, or across a District.

Change the level of challenge
Increase or decrease the size of the goal and playing area. Allow the players to hit the ball with both hands.

Safety - All activities must be safely managed. Do a risk assessment and take appropriate steps to reduce risk. Always get approval for the activity and have suitable supervision and an InTouch process.
- Active games: The game area should be free of hazards. Explain the rules of the game clearly and have a clear way to communicate that the game must stop when needed.

Instructions

1. The person leading the activity should separate everyone into small teams of between five and six players. They should set up two goals at opposite ends of the playing area using the chairs. Find a way to identify each team, for example one could wear scarves while the other team doesn’t.

2. The person leading the activity should then select two teams at random to play first. Begin by dropping the ball between two players, one from each team. Everyone else should wait on the sidelines and cheer on the players.

3. Teams should work together to score goals by hitting, rolling or sliding the ball using only their hands. Everyone must keep one hand behind their back at all times; they can change hands over. Players can’t hold onto the ball, throw or kick it.

4. When the time’s up, the teams should swap so everyone has the chance to play.


Reflection
- This is a fun and fast-paced physically activity. What skills did everyone use during the game? Examples might include co-ordination and focus. They might have also noticed their heart rate increasing. This is a sign of that their hearts are working hard to get blood and oxygen around their bodies. Can they think of any other ways that physical activity benefits health?
- Teamwork was also important in this game. Everyone should think about the skills that are vital for a great team like good communication, sharing and encouragement.

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