KS2 Boccia (SEND) - Inspire competition | Co-op Academy Bebington

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The KS2 Boccia (SEND) - Inspire competition is an event aimed at promoting individual growth in the sport and fostering character development. Participants must be on the SEND register and should be in Year 3, 4, 5 or 6. The maximum squad size is 4, while the team size is 3. It is important to note that pupils taking part in this event will not be able to participate in the New Age Kurling Competition, which will be held alongside the Boccia event. In Boccia, teams aim to position their balls as close to the target ball (jack) as possible. The referee tosses a coin to determine which team goes in which boxes, with the winning team using red balls or blue balls depending on the box. Each player has a maximum of two balls, and all players must be seated. The first player throws the white Jack, ensuring it lands inside the court and over the 'V' shaped line. An assistive device, such as a ramp, may be used if needed. The game continues with players taking turns to propel their balls. If a ball is closer to the target ball than the opposition ball, the turn passes to the next player. If the ball is further away, the player continues to play their second ball. The turn then passes to the next player in the opposing team or the same team, depending on the distance between the balls. The score is counted after all balls have been played. Each team receives one point for each ball situated nearer to the white jack than the closest opposing team balls. If two or more balls of different colors are at the same distance from the target ball, each team is awarded one point. Any ball out of the court is considered a 'dead ball' and is out of play. Please note that schools are responsible for their own first aid provision and should ensure they have access to medical and emergency contact details.