Paired Cricket Batting
Small group cricket game where pairs bat together for eight balls while others field, emphasising fair play and skill application
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About This Activity
Small group cricket game where pairs bat together for eight balls while others field, emphasising fair play and skill application
Quick Info
moderate
18
40m x 30m for multiple games
Equipment Required
Cricket Bats
6-10
Cricket Wickets
6-10 sets
Tennis Balls
10-15
Boundary Markers
20-30 cones
Suitable For
Year 3
Suitable Sports
Cricket
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Progressive
Engaging
Activity Type
Main Game
Skill Drill
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Fair Play
Sportsmanship
Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Skills
Team Play
Batting
Coordination
Weather
All Weather
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