Set the atheletes into pairs, giving them a number.
That pair will split and go to opposite sidelines.
When calling their number, they both run in and it turns into a 1v1.
The first person to score gets a point for their team.
Make sure they all know who is on their team.
Don't limit yourself to a 1v1. Make it a 2v2 and 3v3, etc. Eventually turning into a mini game.
If they take too long, just call a 5-10 second time limit left. If no score happens, it's a draw and they reset.
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