3-Base Softball 2v2v2
Modified Softball game with three bases where six students rotate through batting, fielding, and waiting roles applying fielding techniques and tactical decisions in competitive game context
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Modified Softball game with three bases where six students rotate through batting, fielding, and waiting roles applying fielding techniques and tactical decisions in competitive game context
Quick Info
high
24
Each game needs 20m x 20m area, class of 30 needs 60m x 20m or 40m x 30m for three games
Equipment Required
Softball bats
1 per game area (3-5 bats for full class)
Softballs
2-3 per game area (6-15 total)
Bases
3 per game area (9-15 total for home, first, second)
Hoops
1 per game area for bat storage (3-5 total)
Cones
20-30 for boundaries and base markers
Bibs
30 (different colours for team identification)
Softball mitts
12-20 (for fielders, optional)
Softball Equipment
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Year 9
Year 8
Suitable Sports
Softball
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Skills
Tactics
Throwing
Game Sense
Team Play
Catching
Activity Type
Main Game
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Intensity
High Intensity
Competition
Moderate Competition
Weather
All Weather
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