Strategic Cone Choice Striking Game
Small-sided striking game where batters choose coloured cones at different distances to run to based on strike quality, developing strategic decision-making and risk assessment
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Small-sided striking game where batters choose coloured cones at different distances to run to based on strike quality, developing strategic decision-making and risk assessment
Quick Info
moderate
24
Full sports hall (20m x 15m) divided into 6-8 zones of 10m x 8m each
Equipment Required
Tennis balls or rounders balls
1 per group (6-8 total)
Rounders bats
8-10 (variety of sizes)
Tennis Rackets
6-8
Coloured cones (4 different colours)
32 total (4 per group × 8 groups)
Boundary cones
20-30 for marking zones
Tennis Balls
As needed
Rounders Equipment
As needed
Cones
As needed
Dish Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Suitable Sports
Striking & Fielding
Activity Tags
Skills
Strategy
Decision Making
Batting
Coordination
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cognitive Challenge
Problem Solving
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Sportsmanship
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Activity Type
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
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