Backing Up Fielding Drill
Partners practice communication and backing up while fielding rolling balls
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About This Activity
Partners practice communication and backing up while fielding rolling balls
Quick Info
moderate
16
20m x 15m minimum for multiple groups
Equipment Required
Tennis Balls
2 per group of 4 (16 total for 8 groups)
Cones or markers
8 (2 per group for line marking)
Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 1
Suitable Sports
Striking & Fielding
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Throwing
Team Play
Catching
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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