Backstop Rescue Challenge
A focused practice activity where students learn the crucial backstop role by collecting missed balls and making quick returns
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About This Activity
A focused practice activity where students learn the crucial backstop role by collecting missed balls and making quick returns
Quick Info
moderate
25
30m x 20m for multiple groups
Equipment Required
Tennis Balls
5-7 (one per group)
Hoops
5-7 (one per group)
Cones
10-14 (2 per group)
Suitable For
Year 3
Suitable Sports
Rounders
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Cones Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Skills
Throwing
Team Play
Catching
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
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