Pole Position Catching Challenge
A competitive line-based catching game where students aim to reach and maintain pole position through successful catches
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About This Activity
A competitive line-based catching game where students aim to reach and maintain pole position through successful catches
Quick Info
moderate
24
20m x 15m
Equipment Required
Tennis rackets or cricket bats
4-5 (one per group)
Tennis Balls
8-10
Cones
8
Suitable For
Year 7
Suitable Sports
Cricket
Activity Tags
Features
Adaptable
Inclusive
Engaging
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Warm Up
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Skills
Catching
Body Control
Coordination
Weather
All Weather
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