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Underarm vs Overarm Throwing Partner Practice

Structured partner practice developing correct technique for both underarm (short distance) and overarm (long distance) throws with progressive distance challenges

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About This Activity

Structured partner practice developing correct technique for both underarm (short distance) and overarm (long distance) throws with progressive distance challenges

Quick Info

moderate
30
Minimum 20m length x width appropriate for number of pairs (allow 5m width per pair)

Equipment Required

Balls (softball, tennis, or foam)

1 per pair (15 for class of 30)

Catching mitts

1 per student (30 for class of 30)

Cones for distance markers

15-20 to mark 5m, 10m, 15m distances

Balls

As needed

Mitts

As needed

Cones

As needed

Suitable For

Year 7

Suitable Sports

Softball

Activity Tags

Equipment

Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required

Competition

Non-Competitive

Features

Inclusive
Progressive
Engaging

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Skills

Throwing
Game Sense
Catching
Coordination

Values

Teamwork
Responsibility
Respect

Activity Type

Skill Drill

Space

Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor

Weather

All Weather