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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