Fun

Sharks and Minnows

Eight players each with a ball dribble inside the grid; two 'sharks' without a ball try to knock balls out

Theme

Fun

Duration

20 min

Players (min–rec–max)

10–10–10

Equipment

8 balls, cones

Set-up

Eight players each with a ball dribble inside the grid; two 'sharks' without a ball try to knock balls out. If your ball goes out, you become a shark. Last one with a ball wins — then go again.

Coaching points

Change direction before the shark gets close — don't wait
Use your body to shield; lean across the ball
Sharks: press the ball, not the space behind it

Progressions

Reduce grid size to increase pressure
Sharks must use only their weaker foot to knock the ball out