Short Barrier Technique Drill

Pairs practice stopping rolling balls using the short barrier fielding technique

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Pairs practice stopping rolling balls using the short barrier fielding technique

Quick Info

moderate

20m x 15m minimum

Equipment Required

Tennis Balls

1 per pair (15-16 total)

Cones for spacing

8-10

Cones

As needed

Suitable For

Year 6

Suitable Sports

Cricket

Activity Tags

Equipment

Ball Required

Minimal Equipment

Competition

Non-Competitive

Features

Inclusive

Progressive

Engaging

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning

Skill Progression

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Values

Teamwork

Cooperation

Respect

Activity Type

Skill Drill

Space

Medium Space

Indoor/Outdoor

Skills

Catching

Body Control

Coordination

Weather

All Weather