Three-Team Rotation Softball (4v4v4)
Dynamic rotating softball game where 12 students split into three teams of four - one batting, one fielding, one base running - rotating after three outs with everyone experiencing pitching role
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Dynamic rotating softball game where 12 students split into three teams of four - one batting, one fielding, one base running - rotating after three outs with everyone experiencing pitching role
Quick Info
high
24
Two softball diamonds requiring 30m x 30m each, total 60m x 30m or 30m x 60m depending on layout
Equipment Required
Softballs
6-8 (3-4 per game diamond)
Softball bats
4 (2 per game)
Bases
8 sets (4 bases per diamond x 2 diamonds)
Mitts/catching gloves
16 (enough for both fielding teams)
Hoops for bat safety
2 (1 per home plate)
Bibs/Pinnies
24 (3 colours x 8 per game for team identification)
Boundary cones
20 (marking field boundaries and separation)
Base markers
As needed
Fielding gloves
As needed
Collection hoops
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Year 9
Year 8
Suitable Sports
Softball
Activity Tags
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Skills
Throwing
Game Sense
Team Play
Catching
Activity Type
Main Game
Equipment
Bibs Required
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Competition
Moderate Competition
Weather
All Weather
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