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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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About This Activity

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