Soccer Marbles

Children attempt to score as many points as they can by kicking their soccer ball at their partner's soccer ball. Simple set up, great for all abilities. You will need one soccer ball per participant.

Set up

Two children (or you) face one another. Give each child a soccer ball.

How to play

Step 1:

When you say, "Go", children attempt to kick their ball into their partner's ball, at the same time

Step 2:

With each successful hit, they score a point

Step 3:

See how many hits you can get in 1 minute, or how many in a row you can get!

Variations

Make it easier

Start the children close together to build confidence

Make it harder

Increase the distance between partners
Use your non-dominant foot
With each successful hit, one partner takes one step back. If the balls miss, take one step forward
Points go back to zero if the balls miss

Activity information

Age: Kindergarten, Pre-Primary, Year 1, Year 2

Equipment: Soccer balls

Duration: 10 minutes

Skill focus

Explore these skills for teaching tips

Kicking (soccer)

Skill teaching

Before playing, ensure children are comfortable with the correct soccer kicking technique. Use the following teaching cues to assist;