Beat the Batsman
Fast-paced striking and fielding game where fielders race to collect and return balls before batsmen can make their ground
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About This Activity
Fast-paced striking and fielding game where fielders race to collect and return balls before batsmen can make their ground
Quick Info
high
20
30m x 25m minimum for multiple game areas
Equipment Required
Cones or stumps
6-8 for multiple game areas
Tennis Balls
4-6 (1 per game area plus spares)
Chalk or tape
For marking crease lines
Small bats (optional)
6-8 for bat sliding practice
Cones
As needed
Chalk
As needed
Bats
As needed
Suitable For
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Striking & Fielding
Activity Tags
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Competitive Learning
Skills
Throwing
Game Sense
Team Play
Catching
Activity Type
Main Game
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Features
Engaging
Fun
Challenging
Intensity
High Intensity
Competition
Moderate Competition
Weather
All Weather
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