54321 Partner Catching Challenge
A progressive partner challenge where pairs make 5 catches then swap places, then 4 catches and swap, counting down to 1, restarting from 5 if they drop at any point
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A progressive partner challenge where pairs make 5 catches then swap places, then 4 catches and swap, counting down to 1, restarting from 5 if they drop at any point
Quick Info
moderate
20
15m x 20m for 15 pairs (adjust to group size)
Equipment Required
Tennis Balls
One per pair (15 for class of 30)
Stopwatch or timer
1 for teacher
Stopwatch
As needed
Suitable For
Year 8
Suitable Sports
Rounders
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Progressive
Engaging
Skills
Throwing
Team Play
Catching
Coordination
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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