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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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About This Activity

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