Backstop Coordination Challenge
Small group practice focusing on coordination between backstop and base fielders
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About This Activity
Small group practice focusing on coordination between backstop and base fielders
Quick Info
moderate
24
20m x 15m per group
Equipment Required
Rounders balls
1 per group
Rounders bats
1 per group
Base markers
2 per group (1st and 4th base)
Rounders Equipment
As needed
Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Suitable Sports
Rounders
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Skills
Team Play
Decision Making
Agility
Coordination
Weather
All Weather
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