Pairs Cricket Game
Modified cricket game where pairs take turns batting, bowling, and fielding
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About This Activity
Modified cricket game where pairs take turns batting, bowling, and fielding
Quick Info
high
18
25m x 20m per group minimum
Equipment Required
Cricket Bats
2 per group (child-sized)
Tennis Balls
2 per group
Stumps or wickets
2 sets per group
Chalk or markers
For batting crease marking
Cricket Equipment
As needed
Stumps
As needed
Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 1
Suitable Sports
Striking & Fielding
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Skills
Throwing
Game Sense
Catching
Batting
Bowling
Activity Type
Main Game
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Intensity
High Intensity
Weather
All Weather
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