Partner Throwing and Catching Progression
Progressive partner throwing and catching activity where students develop underarm throwing accuracy and two-handed catching with increasing distance challenges
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About This Activity
Progressive partner throwing and catching activity where students develop underarm throwing accuracy and two-handed catching with increasing distance challenges
Quick Info
moderate
24
20m x 30m minimum for 12 pairs
Equipment Required
Tennis Balls
15 (one per pair)
Cones or markers
30 (optional for distance marking)
Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 1
Year 4
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Ball Skills
Cricket
Rounders
Rugby
Basketball
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Throwing
Team Play
Catching
Coordination
Features
Inclusive
Progressive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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