Geometry Superbowl

By Amy Dimmerling •

Grade Level	10th
Subject Area	Geometry
Duration	1-80 min class period
Setting	Standard Classroom with computer & projector
Background Knowledge	Students must be able to comprehend and measure angles correctly.
Author	Amy Dimmerling

Summary
The students will use geometry to determine if various plays in football will be successful.

Objectives
1. Students will be able to draw angles and scale measurements off of drawings. 2. Students will be able to use the drawings and measurements to come to conclusions on various situations. 3. Students will have a greater understanding that geometry is everywhere.

Mateirals Required
Football Field Worksheets (to scale) Yellow Flag Timer PowerPoint Presentation

Ohio Standards
Mathematics Geometry and Spatial Sense Standard Characteristics and Properties Recognize the angles formed and the relationship between the angles when two lines intersect and when parallel lines are cut by a transversal.