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Partner Throwing Technique Development: Underarm and Overarm

Structured partner practice developing both underarm and overarm throwing techniques with mitt catching at varying heights. Progressive skill development from close range underarm to long distance overarm with tactical decision-making about throw selection.

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About This Activity

Structured partner practice developing both underarm and overarm throwing techniques with mitt catching at varying heights. Progressive skill development from close range underarm to long distance overarm with tactical decision-making about throw selection.

Quick Info

moderate
20
Minimum 20m x 15m for pairs practice. Need length for 12-15m throwing distance plus safety margins

Equipment Required

Softball balls

1 per pair (if 15 pairs = 15 balls plus extras)

Softball mitts/gloves

2 per pair (1 per student - if 30 students = 30 mitts)

Cones or markers

Optional: to mark 5m and 12-15m distances

Small Balls

As needed

Softball Gloves

As needed

Cones

As needed

Suitable For

Year 7
Year 5
Year 9
Year 10
Year 6
Year 8

Suitable Sports

Softball
Rounders
Cricket

Activity Tags

Equipment

Ball Required
Minimal Equipment

Competition

Non-Competitive

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Features

Interactive
Progressive
Engaging

Skills

Throwing
Catching
Decision Making

Values

Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect

Activity Type

Skill Drill

Space

Medium Space
Outdoor

Weather

All Weather