Underarm Catch Challenge
Partners practice accurate underarm feeding and catching skills using rackets
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About This Activity
Partners practice accurate underarm feeding and catching skills using rackets
Quick Info
moderate
20
20m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Tennis rackets or similar
1 per pair
Tennis Balls
1 per pair
Distance markers
10-15
Balls
As needed
Sun Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Tennis
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Skills
Throwing
Catching
Body Control
Coordination
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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