Underarm Bounce and Catch Partners
Partner activity developing underarm throwing accuracy and catching skills after one bounce
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About This Activity
Partner activity developing underarm throwing accuracy and catching skills after one bounce
Quick Info
moderate
20
20m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Tennis Balls
1 per pair (15 balls for 30 students)
Cones or markers
8-10
Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 4
Suitable Sports
Tennis
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Skills
Throwing
Team Play
Catching
Coordination
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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