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Chase and Retrieve Race

Batsmen run between wickets while fielders chase and retrieve the ball to beat them back

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About This Activity

Batsmen run between wickets while fielders chase and retrieve the ball to beat them back

Quick Info

high
25
30m x 20m minimum

Equipment Required

Cricket Bats

1 per group (6 total)

Cricket balls

1 per group (6 total)

Stumps

2 sets per group

Chalk

4-6 pieces

Cricket Equipment

As needed

Suitable For

Year 5
Year 4
Year 6

Suitable Sports

Cricket

Activity Tags

Equipment

Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required

Competition

Non-Competitive

Space

Large Space
Outdoor

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression

Features

Interactive
Engaging
Fun

Skills

Running
Throwing
Team Play
Catching

Values

Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation

Activity Type

Skill Drill

Intensity

High Intensity

Weather

All Weather