Tactical Positioning and Teamwork Drill
Structured fielding drill focusing on communication and teamwork between backstop and base fielders
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About This Activity
Structured fielding drill focusing on communication and teamwork between backstop and base fielders
Quick Info
moderate
18
30m x 20m for multiple groups
Equipment Required
Base markers
16 (4 sets of 4)
Rounders balls
4-5
Rounders bats
4-5
Markers
As needed
Rounders Equipment
As needed
Suitable For
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Rounders
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Skills
Team Play
Decision Making
Agility
Coordination
Space
Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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