Strategy Game: Korfball
Korfball: a coed Dutch sport played at a backboard-less basket, with rules that ensure equal participation by girls and boys.
How to play
- Explain the rules: no dribbling, no running with the ball, and each player guards someone of the same gender.
- Practice passing and shooting at the basket (2.5–3.5 m / 8–11 ft high).
- Coed 4v4 games (two girls and two boys per team) with two zones.
- Every two goals, players switch zones (offense/defense).
Rules
- No dribbling or running with the ball.
- No shooting when the defender is close with an arm raised.
- No contact.
Variations
Easier
No defended-shot rule and a lower basket.
Standard
Basic rules.
Harder
Full rules with zone switches.
Adaptations
- Limited mobility: lower basket and own zone.
- Soft ball for anyone afraid of impact.
Learning goals
- Play a coeducational sport.
- Improve passing, getting open and cooperation.
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