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Name of Activity: Xtreme Football
Purpose of Activity: To get students used to throwing and catching a football with a defender.
Prerequisites: Lessons on passing, catching and defending.
Suggested Grade Level: 7-8
Materials Needed: Football (or any type ball you feel is appropriate) and jersey's
Description of Idea You do not need to do this activity for the entire class. It would make a good review at the beginning or end of a lesson. Begin by splitting the students into teams and give them jersey's. Jerseys with numbers work best. They should stand in front of a partner with the same number but opposite color jersey. For instance, red #5 will have to guard blue #5, etc. They are not allowed to guard any other player on the field or court. The activity should start in the opposing teams end zone and the students will try to go the length of the field by throwing and catching the football. They are not to run when in possession of the ball. Once they catch the ball, the player should stop and look for another teammate to throw the football. Once they throw the ball they may run out for a pass. The object is to go to the end zone without dropping a pass or having a pass broken up by your opponent. If a ball is not caught, the ball is given to the other team at that spot and they are now trying to score. When they are guarding their opponent it is important that they stand 3 ft. in front of them. They are not to have physical contact with their opponent. They can only go for the ball. The game is played just like Ultimate Frisbee. Periodically have the students switch numbered vests in order to permit a change of opponents.
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