Backstop and Base Coordination Under Pressure
Small group practice developing rapid coordination between backstop and base fielders when batter misses the ball
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About This Activity
Small group practice developing rapid coordination between backstop and base fielders when batter misses the ball
Quick Info
moderate
24
Each station requires approximately 15m x 15m, multiply by number of stations needed
Equipment Required
Tennis balls or rounders balls
1 per group (5-6 for class of 30), plus 3-4 spares
Base markers
3 per group (home, first, fourth) - 15-18 for class of 30
Marker cones
1 per group for bowling position - 5-6 for class
Measuring tape
1-2 for teacher to verify distances
Rounders bat
1 per group (5-6 for class) - optional for batter to hold
Tennis Balls
As needed
Markers
As needed
Dish Cones
As needed
Measuring Tapes
As needed
Rounders Equipment
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Suitable Sports
Rounders
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Skills
Throwing
Team Play
Decision Making
Coordination
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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