Cricket Communication Countdown
Partner warm-up focusing on bowling accuracy and wicket keeper communication skills
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About This Activity
Partner warm-up focusing on bowling accuracy and wicket keeper communication skills
Quick Info
moderate
20
20m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Soft balls
1 per pair (15 maximum)
Wicket keeping gloves (optional)
1 pair per group
Softballs
As needed
Gloves
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Suitable Sports
Cricket
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Skills
Throwing
Game Sense
Catching
Body Control
Coordination
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
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