Zone Running Decision Making
Practice making smart tactical decisions about how far to run based on hit quality and fielding positions
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Practice making smart tactical decisions about how far to run based on hit quality and fielding positions
Quick Info
moderate
18
40m x 30m minimum for multiple groups
Equipment Required
Rounders bats
10-15 (1 per group of 3)
Tennis Balls
10-15 (1 per group)
Cones
20+ (different colours for zones)
Rounders Equipment
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Suitable Sports
Rounders
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Racquets Required
Cones Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Tactics
Decision Making
Teaching Focus
Cognitive Challenge
Problem Solving
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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