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Basketball: The Two-Minute Game Helps You Practice Late-Game Situations
Dixie Iverson for PE Update.comBasketball: The Two-Minute Game Helps You Practice Late-Game Situations

A game that improves your basketball players' ability to perform in the final two minutes of close games.... keep reading..

Soccer: Red Light, Green Light
Dixie Iverson for PE Update.comSoccer: Red Light, Green Light

A soccer lead-up game that emphasizes the ability to keep the ball close to the feet while dribbling.... keep reading..

Rugby: Use Different Starting Speeds During Rugby Sprint Drills
Dick Moss, Editor, Physical Education Update.comRugby: Use Different Starting Speeds During Rugby Sprint Drills

Research shows how to make rugby sprint drills more game-specific.... keep reading..

Soccer: European Soccer Leagues Explained
Dick Moss, Editor, Physical Education Update.comSoccer: European Soccer Leagues Explained

An explanation of European soccer leagues and championships.... keep reading..

Badminton: Hit From High Principle
Dick Moss, Editor, Physical Education Update.comBadminton: Hit From High Principle

Why its good practice to contact the incoming shuttle from as high in its trajectory as possible. A good teaching cue for physical education students and varsity players.... keep reading..

Swimming: Games - Kickboard Water Polo
Dick Moss, Editor, Physical Education Update.comSwimming: Games - Kickboard Water Polo

A waterpolo variation for physical education class or varsity practice, in which players move, pass and shoot while swimming on a kickboard.... keep reading..

Field Events: The Shot Put Relay Game for Practices and Physical Education Classes
Dick Moss, Editor, Physical Education Update.comField Events: The Shot Put Relay Game for Practices and Physical Education Classes

A relay for shot putters or physical education class in which teams collectively attempt to throw a shot or medicine ball farther than their competitors.... keep reading..

Wrestling: Ball Escape Game for Physical Education Class
Dick Moss, Editor, Physical Education Update.comWrestling: Ball Escape Game for Physical Education Class

A partner game in which a wrestler must carry a ball while being impeded by an opponent. Great for physical education class or wrestling practice.... keep reading..

Baseball: Better Grip Strength Does Not Improve Bat Speed
Brian SalisburyBaseball: Better Grip Strength Does Not Improve Bat Speed

A study of collegiate baseball players shows that there is no relationship between grip strength and bat speed.... keep reading..

Golf: Basketball Throw Drill for Indoor Golf Practice in Physical Education Class
Dick Moss, Editor, Physical Education Update.comGolf: Basketball Throw Drill for Indoor Golf Practice in Physical Education Class

A drill that a group of beginners can use in physical education class - indoors - to learn the basics of the golf swing... keep reading..

Tennis: Hand Signals Improve Partner Communication in Doubles
Nancy & Randy RingTennis: Hand Signals Improve Partner Communication in Doubles

Hand signals can be used to convey critical information between partners in a doubles tennis match. Effective for varsity teams and makes matches in physical education class more fun.... keep reading..

Baseball/Softball: A Tight Grip on the Bat Does Not Improve Hitting Effectiveness
Nancy and Randy RingBaseball/Softball: A Tight Grip on the Bat Does Not Improve Hitting Effectiveness

Research proves that a tight bat grip does not help batters hit the ball harder and farther.... keep reading..

Field Events: Shot Put - Tree Branch Contest
Dick Moss, Editor, Physical Education Update.comField Events: Shot Put - Tree Branch Contest

A shot put contest in which students must make progressively longer throws over a tree branch or high jump crossbar.... keep reading..

Outdoor Education: Cooperative Tracking for Physical Education Class
Dick Moss, Editor, Physical Education Update.comOutdoor Education: Cooperative Tracking for Physical Education Class

An outdoor education activity in which physical education students track behind a partner looking for signs of disturbance in the environment.... keep reading..

Track/XC Running: Race Pace Contest
Dick Moss, Editor, Physical Education Update.comTrack/XC Running: Race Pace Contest

A contest in which runners receive demerit points for running above or below their target pace. A good workout for physical education class because students of all abilities can compete on an equal basis.... keep reading..

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