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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