Hit the Ball Challenge
Team challenge to knock a central ball over opponents' lines using accurate overarm throws
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About This Activity
Team challenge to knock a central ball over opponents' lines using accurate overarm throws
Quick Info
moderate
24
15m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Soft balls
20-25 total
Central target ball
1
Cones for boundaries
16-20
Softballs
As needed
Game Balls
As needed
Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Danish Longball
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Tactics
Throwing
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Teaching Focus
Team Challenge
Skill Progression
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Features
Engaging
Fun
Challenging
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Weather
All Weather
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