Hit the Target Striking Challenge
Target-based striking game developing accuracy and tactical shot placement
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About This Activity
Target-based striking game developing accuracy and tactical shot placement
Quick Info
moderate
20
30m x 20m minimum
Equipment Required
Cricket bats (child-sized)
6
Tennis Balls
6
Batting tees
6
Cones for targets
24-30
Running markers
6
Cricket Equipment
As needed
Tees
As needed
Cones
As needed
Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Cricket
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Striking
Tactics
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Teaching Focus
Team Challenge
Skill Progression
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Respect
Features
Engaging
Fun
Challenging
Activity Type
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
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