Hit and Run Through the Gap
Team game combining straight drive batting with fielding teamwork and continuous running
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About This Activity
Team game combining straight drive batting with fielding teamwork and continuous running
Quick Info
high
30
30m x 25m minimum for multiple groups
Equipment Required
Batting tees
1 per group (5 total)
Cricket Bats
1 per group (5 total)
Tennis balls or soft balls
2 per group (10 total)
Cones for gaps and circle markers
20 total
Tees
As needed
Cricket Equipment
As needed
Tennis Balls
As needed
Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 4
Suitable Sports
Cricket
Activity Tags
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Skills
Running
Team Play
Decision Making
Batting
Coordination
Activity Type
Main Game
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Features
Engaging
Fun
Challenging
Intensity
High Intensity
Competition
Moderate Competition
Weather
All Weather
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