Long Barrier Fielding Practice
Students learn professional cricket long barrier technique with correct knee positioning
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Students learn professional cricket long barrier technique with correct knee positioning
Quick Info
moderate
20
25m x 15m for movement practice
Equipment Required
Tennis Balls
1 per pair
Knee protection
Optional
Target cones
4 per pair for advanced practice
Shin Pads
As needed
Dish Cones
As needed
Cones for distance markers
8-10
Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Striking & Fielding
Rounders
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Cooperative Learning
Direct Instruction
Skill Progression
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Progressive
Engaging
Challenging
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Respect
Skills
Game Sense
Team Play
Catching
Body Control
Agility
Coordination
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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