Advanced Strategies & Team Play
•Year 5
•Cricket
•Check for correct size and condition before lesson
Alternative: Rounders bats, tennis rackets
Use softer balls for safety with this age group
Alternative: Soft cricket balls, foam balls
Position securely to avoid injury from falling
Alternative: Cones, skittles, markers
Bright colours for clear visibility
Alternative: Markers, bibs laid flat
Available for students needing additional support
Alternative: Traffic cones, improvised stands
Simple scoring sheets appropriate for age group
Alternative: Paper and pencils, whiteboard
Choosing the appropriate batting stroke based on the ball delivered and field positions
The positioning of fielders to prevent runs and create dismissal opportunities
Two batters working together to score runs and build an innings
The current match situation that influences tactical decisions
Using strategy and planning to score runs effectively against different bowling and fielding
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Forces in batting - push, pull, trajectory; physics of ball flight and bounce; biomechanics of efficient movement
Spatial awareness, directions, mapping field positions, understanding of angles and positioning
Team cooperation, leadership skills, decision-making under pressure, respect for opponents and officials
Move constantly between groups to observe tactical application and provide immediate feedback
Watch for evidence of tactical thinking, shot selection improvement, and team communication
Step in when safety concerns arise, tactical understanding needs clarification, or conflict resolution needed
Always demonstrate shots and tactics clearly, use students as positive examples, maintain enthusiasm for tactical thinking
Minimum 30m x 40m clear area, separate zones for different activities to prevent interference
Dry, even grass or artificial surface free from holes, stones, or other hazards
Immediate stop, assess injury severity, appropriate first aid response, incident recording as per school policy
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