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Scatterball

Fast-paced striking game where batters strike 3 balls consecutively into the outfield then run around posts collecting points while fielding team retrieves all balls to home base

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About This Activity

Fast-paced striking game where batters strike 3 balls consecutively into the outfield then run around posts collecting points while fielding team retrieves all balls to home base

Quick Info

high
24
15m x 15m per game area (can run 2-3 games simultaneously in full sports hall)

Equipment Required

Tennis balls or rounders balls

3-4 per game area (9-12 total for 3 games)

Posts or bases

4 per diamond (12-16 total for multiple games)

Rounders bats (variety of sizes)

6-8 available

Boundary cones

20-30 for marking diamonds and boundaries

Bibs for team identification

12-18 (one team per game)

Suitable For

Year 7

Suitable Sports

Striking & Fielding

Activity Tags

Skills

Strategy
Throwing
Team Play
Catching

Equipment

Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required

Competition

Non-Competitive

Space

Large Space
Outdoor

Features

Inclusive
Engaging
Fun

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Activity Type

Main Game

Values

Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation

Weather

All Weather