Soft Shot vs Hard Hit Challenge
Progressive drill developing ability to vary striking power for tactical advantage
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About This Activity
Progressive drill developing ability to vary striking power for tactical advantage
Quick Info
moderate
20
25m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Cricket Bats
6-8
Tennis Balls
12
Batting tees
6-8
Zone marking cones
20
Cricket Equipment
As needed
Tees
As needed
Dish Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Cricket
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Skills
Striking
Tactics
Game Sense
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Progressive
Engaging
Fun
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Sportsmanship
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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