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Square Ball Catching Game

Competitive catching game where students sprint to catch high balls in the centre of a square formation

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About This Activity

Competitive catching game where students sprint to catch high balls in the centre of a square formation

Quick Info

10 mins
high
16
30m x 30m for multiple groups

Equipment Required

Tennis Balls

1 per group of 4

Cones

16 (4 per group)

Suitable For

Year 6

Suitable Sports

Cricket

Activity Tags

Space

Large Space
Outdoor

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression

Skills

Reaction Time
Catching
Agility

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Values

Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Respect

Features

Engaging
Fun
Challenging

Intensity

High Intensity

Competition

Moderate Competition

Activity Type

Skill Game

Weather

All Weather