Paired Batting Cricket Game
Groups of six play modified cricket with batting pairs and rotating fielding positions
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About This Activity
Groups of six play modified cricket with batting pairs and rotating fielding positions
Quick Info
high
24
40m x 30m for multiple game areas
Equipment Required
Cricket Bats
2 per group (10 total)
Cricket Wickets
2 per group (10 total)
Tennis Balls
1 per group (5 total)
Cones
4 per group (20 total)
Batting tees (optional)
1 per group
Cricket Equipment
As needed
Tees
As needed
Suitable For
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Cricket
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Bibs Required
Cones Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Skills
Throwing
Game Sense
Team Play
Catching
Batting
Activity Type
Main Game
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Intensity
High Intensity
Space
Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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