Hit the Wickets

Authentic cricket game where fielders race to hit wickets while batters run between markers

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Authentic cricket game where fielders race to hit wickets while batters run between markers

Quick Info

high

25m x 15m minimum per group

Equipment Required

Cricket Wickets

1 set per group (7 for class)

Cricket Bats

1 per group (7 for class)

Tennis Balls

1 per group (7 for class)

Cones

1 per group for 15m marker

Suitable For

Year 3

Year 5

Year 4

Suitable Sports

Cricket

Activity Tags

Competition

Non-Competitive

Features

Inclusive

Engaging

Fun

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning

Skill Progression

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Skills

Throwing

Team Play

Catching

Activity Type

Main Game

Values

Teamwork

Sportsmanship

Cooperation

Equipment

Racquets Required

Cones Required

Space

Outdoor

Weather

All Weather