Diamond Cricket

Fast-paced cricket variant with four sets of stumps in diamond formation and multiple batters running simultaneously

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Fast-paced cricket variant with four sets of stumps in diamond formation and multiple batters running simultaneously

Quick Info

high

40m x 40m minimum

Equipment Required

Cricket Stumps

16 (4 sets)

Cricket Bats

4-6

Soft cricket balls

4-6

Measuring tape/cones

Tennis Balls

4-6 for bowling

Chalk or markers

Sufficient for crease markings

Scorecards

1 per team

Cricket Equipment

As needed

Cones

As needed

Suitable For

Year 3

Year 7

Year 6

Suitable Sports

Cricket

Activity Tags

Equipment

Ball Required

Bibs Required

Minimal Equipment

Competition

Non-Competitive

Space

Large Space

Outdoor

Features

Inclusive

Engaging

Fun

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning

Problem Solving

Team Challenge

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

High Intensity

Skills

Tactics

Throwing

Game Sense

Team Play

Catching

Batting

Activity Type

Main Game

Values

Teamwork

Sportsmanship

Cooperation

Weather

All Weather