Striking to Leg Game
Groups of five practice striking balls to leg side with high backlift while fielders apply communication and backing up skills
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About This Activity
Groups of five practice striking balls to leg side with high backlift while fielders apply communication and backing up skills
Quick Info
12 mins
high
25
40m x 30m for multiple groups
Equipment Required
Cricket bats or padder bats
1 per group (6 bats)
Tennis Balls
2 per group (12 balls)
Stumps or markers
3 per group (18 markers)
Tees for support
1 per group (6 tees)
Cricket Equipment
As needed
Cones
As needed
Tees
As needed
Suitable For
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Striking & Fielding
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Skills
Striking
Team Play
Catching
Decision Making
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Activity Type
Main Game
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Sportsmanship
Intensity
High Intensity
Weather
All Weather
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