Zone Targeting Challenge
Students practice directional batting accuracy by aiming for specific coloured zones while developing decision-making skills
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About This Activity
Students practice directional batting accuracy by aiming for specific coloured zones while developing decision-making skills
Quick Info
moderate
24
Multiple 15m x 10m batting areas
Equipment Required
Rounders bats
4-6
Tennis Balls
20-30
Coloured Cones
24-30
Scorecards/clipboards
4-6
Rounders Equipment
As needed
Clipboards
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Rounders
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Decision Making
Batting
Coordination
Teaching Focus
Cognitive Challenge
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Weather
All Weather
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