Small-Sided Cricket (6s Format)

Modified cricket game in groups of 6 with specific roles, scoring system, and batting constraints

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Modified cricket game in groups of 6 with specific roles, scoring system, and batting constraints

Quick Info

high

40m x 30m for multiple games, or 15m x 15m per game

Equipment Required

Cricket Bats

1 per 6 students (4-6 total)

Tennis balls or wind balls

2 per group (8-12 total)

Stumps

1 set per group (4-6 sets)

Boundary Markers

20-30 cones

Cricket Equipment

As needed

Tennis Balls

As needed

Sun Markers

As needed

Suitable For

Year 8

Suitable Sports

Cricket

Activity Tags

Equipment

Ball Required

Minimal Equipment

Racquets Required

Space

Large Space

Outdoor

Features

Inclusive

Engaging

Fun

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning

Skill Progression

Skills

Throwing

Game Sense

Team Play

Catching

Activity Type

Main Game

Values

Teamwork

Sportsmanship

Respect

Intensity

High Intensity

Competition

Moderate Competition

Weather

All Weather