Blast Off Countdown Catching
Partner countdown catching challenge building accuracy and resilience under pressure
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About This Activity
Partner countdown catching challenge building accuracy and resilience under pressure
Quick Info
moderate
20
4m x 4m per pair minimum
Equipment Required
Tennis Balls
1 per pair
Cones
Optional for distance marking
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Cricket
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Values
Resilience
Teamwork
Cooperation
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Skills
Catching
Body Control
Coordination
Weather
All Weather
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