Ground Ball Collection Challenge
Teams compete to collect ground balls using proper technique while developing speed and accuracy
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About This Activity
Teams compete to collect ground balls using proper technique while developing speed and accuracy
Quick Info
moderate
24
20m x 15m
Equipment Required
Tennis balls or soft cricket balls
15-20 balls
Team marker cones
12-16 cones
Collection hoops
4 hoops
Tennis Balls
As needed
Dish Cones
As needed
Hoops
As needed
Suitable For
Year 3
Suitable Sports
Cricket
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Skills
Throwing
Speed
Catching
Agility
Teaching Focus
Team Challenge
Skill Progression
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Competition
Moderate Competition
Activity Type
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
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