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This unit develops Year 5 students as all-round cricketers by systematically building the fundamental skills needed for competitive match play. Rather than teaching batting, bowling, and fielding in isolation, students learn how each role connects tactically - understanding that accurate throwing prevents runs, effective communication creates scoring opportunities, and strategic field placement influences the entire game. The unit culminates in tournament cricket where students apply their skills in authentic match contexts, making real-time decisions that demonstrate their tactical understanding.

Lessons in This Unit

6 lessons in this unit

Lesson 1

Calling For Runs
1h

Big Question:

How can effective communication and powerful running help us score more runs in cricket?

Key Objectives:

  • • To work with a partner to call and score runs effectively
  • • To develop powerful sprinting technique between the wickets

Lesson 2

Throwing for Accuracy and Run Outs
45 min

Big Question:

How can we use accurate throwing to prevent runs and get batters out in cricket?

Key Objectives:

  • • To throw a ball accurately over short distances to hit specific targets
  • • To understand and execute run-out tactics effectively in game situations

Lesson 3

Wicket Keeping Fundamentals
1h

Big Question:

How can a wicketkeeper's positioning and anticipation change the outcome of a cricket match?

Key Objectives:

  • • To develop wicket keeping skills including catching, stumping and run-outs
  • • To anticipate the path and bounce of the ball as it approaches the wickets

Lesson 4

Overarm Bowling with Run-Up
1h

Big Question:

How can using a run-up help bowlers deliver the ball with greater speed and accuracy?

Key Objectives:

  • • Develop accuracy in overarm bowling whilst incorporating a run-up approach
  • • Apply overarm bowling technique consistently in competitive game situations

Lesson 5

Forward Defensive Shot
1h

Big Question:

How can we protect our wicket while staying ready to score runs?

Key Objectives:

  • • To understand when and why to use a forward defensive shot in cricket
  • • To develop the technique for playing a forward defensive shot with correct form

Lesson 6

Fielding Strategy
1h

Big Question:

How can we use fielding positions strategically to limit runs and create tactical advantages in cricket?

Key Objectives:

  • • Attempt a range of shots in competitive game situations
  • • Bowl with accuracy using proper technique and short run-up