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
24
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
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