Tactical Target Batting
Students practice batting technique while making tactical decisions about ball placement to score points
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About This Activity
Students practice batting technique while making tactical decisions about ball placement to score points
Quick Info
moderate
24
25m x 20m minimum
Equipment Required
Cricket Bats
1 per group (8 total)
Tennis Balls
1 per group (8 total)
Cricket Wickets
1 per group (8 total)
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Cricket
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Skills
Game Sense
Team Play
Batting
Coordination
Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Activity Type
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
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