Target Bowling Challenge
Focused practice of underarm bowling technique using targets, with structured rotation system
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Focused practice of underarm bowling technique using targets, with structured rotation system
Quick Info
moderate
18
20m x 15m ideal
Equipment Required
Balls
1 per group of 3
Hoops
1 per group of 3
Cones
6-8 for marking
Cricket wickets or stumps
3 sets
Cricket balls (soft) or tennis balls
6 per station (18 total)
Scorecards and pencils
1 per group
Boundary cones
12-15
Cricket Wickets
As needed
Cricket Equipment
As needed
Pencils
As needed
Dish Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 4
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Striking & Fielding
Cricket
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Hoops Required
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Indoor/Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Tactics
Throwing
Decision Making
Coordination
Bowling
Features
Inclusive
Progressive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Cognitive Challenge
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Skill Drill
Values
Teamwork
Fair Play
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Respect
Weather
All Weather
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