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Catching Heights Rotation Stations

Three-station rotation focusing on catching at different heights (high, low, target accuracy) with specific mitt positioning techniques

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About This Activity

Three-station rotation focusing on catching at different heights (high, low, target accuracy) with specific mitt positioning techniques

Quick Info

moderate
30
Large area approximately 30m x 20m to accommodate three stations with spacing

Equipment Required

Balls (softball, tennis, or foam)

15 total (5 per station)

Catching mitts

1 per student (30 for full class)

Hoops

15-20 (Station 1: 5-8 on ground, Station 3: 3-4 as targets)

Cones

20-30 for marking distances and boundaries

Visual station cards/signs

3 (one per station showing activity)

Balls

As needed

Mitts

As needed

Cards

As needed

Suitable For

Year 7

Suitable Sports

Softball

Activity Tags

Equipment

Ball Required
Hoops Required
Cones Required

Competition

Non-Competitive

Skills

Spatial Awareness
Throwing
Catching
Body Control
Coordination

Features

Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Values

Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect

Activity Type

Skill Drill

Space

Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor

Weather

All Weather