Batting Technique Progression: Tee Hitting
Progressive breakdown of batting technique using tees, focusing on grip, stance, backswing, and follow-through with rotation practice in groups of four.
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Progressive breakdown of batting technique using tees, focusing on grip, stance, backswing, and follow-through with rotation practice in groups of four.
Quick Info
moderate
24
30m x 40m for multiple stations
Equipment Required
Batting tees
8-10 (1 per group)
Softball bats
8-10 (1 per group)
Softballs
12-15 (some spares for lost balls)
Target cones
16-20 (2 per station)
Boundary cones
20-30 for marking stations
Tees
As needed
Softball Equipment
As needed
Dish Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Suitable Sports
Softball
Activity Tags
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Skill Progression
Competition
Non-Competitive
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Progressive
Engaging
Skills
Timing
Body Control
Batting
Coordination
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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