- Number the kids on each team, making sure both teams have the same numbers e.g. 1,2,3 so that when calling out 1, 2 people go up against each other.- When calling out one of the numbers, they must run around the furthest cone and race to the middle where the ball is thrown in. One person must score in order to finish.
- Whoever makes it to the middle last, slightly throw the ball towards them.- Encourage them to keep going and to pass the ball when in the 2v2.- Run 2 groups of the game to keep all kids occupied.
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