Smart Strikers vs Team Fielders
Teams alternate between strategic hitting to score points and collaborative fielding to prevent scoring
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About This Activity
Teams alternate between strategic hitting to score points and collaborative fielding to prevent scoring
Quick Info
high
20
Multiple 15m x 10m areas or one 25m x 20m space
Equipment Required
Batting equipment
6-8 bats/paddles
Soft balls
8-10
Base markers
16 cones/markers
Target hoops
4-6
Team bibs
20-30
PE Equipment
As needed
Softballs
As needed
Markers
As needed
Hoops
As needed
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Striking & Fielding
Activity Tags
Skills
Strategy
Throwing
Team Play
Catching
Hopping
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Activity Type
Main Game
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Intensity
High Intensity
Competition
Moderate Competition
Weather
All Weather
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