Hit the Wicket
A competitive 6v6 game where teams score points by rolling balls to knock down wickets while the opposing team fields and returns the ball quickly
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About This Activity
A competitive 6v6 game where teams score points by rolling balls to knock down wickets while the opposing team fields and returns the ball quickly
Quick Info
high
20
20m x 15m per game area
Equipment Required
Cricket wickets or stumps
4 sets
Tennis Balls
2-4 per game
Boundary cones
8-12
Suitable For
Year 7
Suitable Sports
Striking & Fielding
Rounders
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Throwing
Team Play
Catching
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Warm Up
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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