Tactical Pursuit Game 2v2
Paired chase in small lanes with tactical rules: an attacker tries to reach a line and a defender tries to stop them.
How to play
- Lanes of 5×10 meters (about 16×33 ft).
- In each lane, an attacker tries to cross the end line.
- The defender tries to tag them first.
- 10-second rounds, then switch roles.
Rules
- Tag with the hand only.
- Stay inside the lane.
Variations
Easier
Wide lane.
Standard
1v1.
Harder
2v2 with a teammate.
Adaptations
- Limited mobility: adapted lane.
- Contact: light tags.
Learning goals
- Improve reaction and changes of direction.
- Introduce tactical concepts.
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