Mini Rounders: Two-Bat Tactical Game
Modified rounders game where batters get two turns, encouraging tactical risk-taking and decision making
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About This Activity
Modified rounders game where batters get two turns, encouraging tactical risk-taking and decision making
Quick Info
moderate
20
30m x 30m per pitch
Equipment Required
Rounders bats
3-5 per pitch
Tennis Balls
2-3 per pitch
Cones for posts
4 per pitch
Suitable For
Year 5
Suitable Sports
Rounders
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Skills
Tactics
Game Sense
Team Play
Coordination
Activity Type
Main Game
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Weather
All Weather
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