5-4-3-2-1 Catching Challenge

Progressive catching challenge where pairs work through decreasing numbers of catches with role swaps

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Progressive catching challenge where pairs work through decreasing numbers of catches with role swaps

Quick Info

moderate

20m x 15m minimum

Equipment Required

Tennis Balls

1 per pair (15 balls for 30 students)

Cones or markers

10-15 for distance marking

Suitable For

Year 7

Suitable Sports

Cricket

Activity Tags

Competition

Non-Competitive

Features

Inclusive

Interactive

Engaging

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning

Skill Progression

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Values

Teamwork

Cooperation

Respect

Activity Type

Skill Drill

Warm Up

Space

Medium Space

Indoor/Outdoor

Skills

Team Play

Catching

Coordination

Weather

All Weather