Multi-Base Communication and Backing-Up Drill
Advanced fielding drill where students practice throwing accurately to multiple bases under pressure while developing communication systems and backing-up coordination across all fielding positions
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About This Activity
Advanced fielding drill where students practice throwing accurately to multiple bases under pressure while developing communication systems and backing-up coordination across all fielding positions
Quick Info
moderate
24
Each group needs approximately 25m x 25m for diamond plus backing-up space. Total for class: 50m x 40m minimum
Equipment Required
Tennis Balls
1 per group (6 for class of 36)
Base markers (cones or hoops)
4 per group (24 total for class)
Bibs or bands
Optional - to identify different positions
Sun Markers
As needed
Bibs
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Suitable Sports
Rounders
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Throwing
Team Play
Catching
Coordination
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Weather
All Weather
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