Backstop to First Base Coordination Drill
A focused drill where students practice the critical backstop-to-first-base throw sequence in rounders, developing throwing accuracy under time pressure and understanding defensive coordination
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A focused drill where students practice the critical backstop-to-first-base throw sequence in rounders, developing throwing accuracy under time pressure and understanding defensive coordination
Quick Info
moderate
25
Each group needs approximately 15m x 15m. Total space for class of 30: 40m x 30m
Equipment Required
Tennis Balls
1 per group (6 total for class of 30)
Rounders bats
1 per group (6 total)
Base markers
1 per group (6 total)
Distance markers/cones
2 per group for positioning guidance
Rounders Equipment
As needed
Markers
As needed
Sun Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
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
Skills
Throwing
Game Sense
Team Play
Coordination
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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