Cricket Tennis
Fast-paced throwing and catching game played 2v2 on marked courts to develop accuracy and reactions
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About This Activity
Fast-paced throwing and catching game played 2v2 on marked courts to develop accuracy and reactions
Quick Info
moderate
16
30m x 20m total (for 4 courts)
Equipment Required
Marker cones
32 (8 per court)
Tennis Balls
4 (1 per court)
Dish Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Cricket
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Skills
Tactics
Throwing
Catching
Coordination
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
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