Beat the Runner Challenge

Fielders race to collect and return ball before runner reaches safety zone

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About This Activity

Fielders race to collect and return ball before runner reaches safety zone

Quick Info

high

25m x 20m minimum

Equipment Required

Balls

10-12 (multiple per group)

Markers

20 (for A and B points)

Cones

20-25

Suitable For

Year 5

Year 6

Suitable Sports

Rounders

Activity Tags

Equipment

Ball Required

Minimal Equipment

Cones Required

Competition

Non-Competitive

Moderate Competition

Space

Large Space

Medium Space

Outdoor

Skills

Spatial Awareness

Running

Throwing

Game Sense

Team Play

Catching

Agility

Features

Inclusive

Interactive

Engaging

Fun

Challenging

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning

Team Challenge

Competitive Learning

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

High Intensity

Activity Type

Main Game

Skill Game

Values

Teamwork

Sportsmanship

Cooperation

Respect

Weather

All Weather