Small group of mixed ages

Cam HughesCoach, England

Hi Georgia,

Here are some fun and engaging games you can play with your small group of 3 adults and 3 children, which cater to different heights and skill levels:

Islands:

Setup: Create islands using cones. Players pair up with one ball between them. One or two players act as catchers.

Objective: Pairs try to visit all islands by passing the ball to each other while avoiding being tagged by the catchers.

Coaching Points: Encourage quick passing and movement to avoid catchers.

Ball Release Tag:

Setup: Designate catchers who try to tag other players. Tagged players stand still and can only be released by catching a ball.

Objective: Avoid being tagged and release tagged teammates by passing the ball to them.

Coaching Points: Introduce a second ball or more catchers to increase difficulty.

Run vs Pass Game:

Setup: Split into two teams. One team runs a relay around cones while the other team passes the ball around a smaller square.

Objective: The passing team tries to complete as many passes as possible before the running team finishes their relay.

Coaching Points: Focus on quick, accurate passing and teamwork.

King Ball:

Setup: Each team has a "King" standing on a bench. Players pass the ball to their King without breaking netball rules.

Objective: Get all team members onto the bench by successfully passing the ball to the King.

Coaching Points: Encourage dodging and strategic passing to avoid defenders.

Cops and Robbers:

Setup: Split into two teams, cops and robbers. Robbers try to steal "treasures" (balls) and avoid being tagged by cops.

Objective: Robbers try to bring treasures back to their base without being tagged. Tagged robbers go to "jail" and can be freed by teammates.

Coaching Points: Focus on communication and strategic movement.

These games are great for teaching the basics of netball while keeping the sessions fun and engaging for both adults and children.

Enjoy your coaching session!