Magnus Compact Ball Cart

Lightweight, durable, and incredibly user-friendly, this extra-tough, rust-proof ABS plastic cart will easily transport your activity balls to and from storage. ABS is tremendously durable, but also flexible and wear-resistant, making it a smart choice for ball carts that will see daily use. Reinforced joints also add stability at key areas.

Indoor cart features four 3" dia swivel casters that are non-marring to gym floors. A pedal locking system keeps students safe when retrieving equipment. 23-1/4"L x 23-1/4"W x 34"H; 32 lb.

Specifications

• ABS plastic construction
• Lasts longer than PVC
• Reinforced plastic joints add strength and stability
• Holds 25 official basketballs
• Assembly required

15 Fundamental Movement Skill Activities Using Compact Magnus Ball Carts

The Compact Magnus Ball Carts are strong, space-saving ball carts designed with a durable powder-coated steel frame and mesh panels for quick visibility and ventilation. Their compact size makes them ideal for smaller spaces or younger students while still offering excellent storage capacity and smooth mobility for both indoor and outdoor environments. The standout feature of these carts is their compact, yet high-capacity design that easily fits through doorways and into storage areas without sacrificing functionality. Below are 15 creative and skill-focused activity ideas that integrate the Compact Magnus Ball Carts into fun, educational physical education games that develop fundamental movement skills across all grade levels.

1. Compact Dash Delivery: Students run to the cart, grab a ball, and return to complete a skill-based station. Promotes running, transitioning, and speed.

2. Push & Pass Relay: Students take turns pushing the empty Compact Magnus Cart from one end of the gym to the other, tagging in the next team member. Builds pushing strength and team cooperation.

3. Slide and Select: Students perform a lateral slide to the cart, select the correct ball, and return. Focuses on sliding and decision-making.

4. Leap & Load: Students leap from behind a tape line and drop a beanbag or ball into the cart. Teaches leaping, power, and spatial control.

5. Twist Toss Target: Students twist their torso and toss beanbags into the cart from various angles. Reinforces twisting, throwing, and aim.

6. Gallop Grab Game: Students gallop to the cart, select a ball, and gallop back to a station. Enhances galloping and spatial awareness.

7. Hop and Drop-off: Students hop on one foot to the cart, drop off an item, and hop back. Develops hopping and balance.

8. Skip & Sort Colors: Students skip to the cart and pull an item matching their team’s color from the cart. Promotes skipping and visual tracking.

9. Stop & Stock: When music stops, students freeze, grab the nearest ball, and place it in the cart. Teaches stopping and control under pressure.

10. Compact Catch Challenge: Partner toss activity where one student catches the ball and places it in the cart. Works on catching and teamwork.

11. Jump & Jam Drop: Students perform a two-footed jump and drop a ball into the cart in mid-air. Builds jumping and landing control.

12. Turn & Transfer Relay: Students complete a 360° turn before running to the cart, transferring a ball, and tagging the next student. Builds turning and momentum control.

13. Roll It Right Race: Students roll balls toward the cart with the goal of accuracy over speed. Reinforces rolling and spatial judgment.

14. Clean-Up Countdown: Give teams 30 seconds to gather as many scattered balls as possible and store them in the cart. Builds running, teamwork, and speed under pressure.

15. Freeze & Feed the Cart: Students move around the space using any locomotor skill. On cue, they freeze and must carefully carry and place a ball into the cart. Combines stopping, control, and focus.