Dynamic Fielding Skills Challenge
Partner practice of moving to pick up ground balls and returning with accurate throws
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About This Activity
Partner practice of moving to pick up ground balls and returning with accurate throws
Quick Info
moderate
16
30m x 25m
Equipment Required
Tennis balls or cricket balls
8-15
Cones for marking
10-20
Wickets or targets
8-15
Tennis Balls
As needed
Cones
As needed
Rackets
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Cricket
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Features
Adaptable
Interactive
Engaging
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Throwing
Team Play
Catching
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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