Big Question:

How can I make smart decisions about when to run and where to hit the ball in rounders?

Key Objectives:

• • Apply rules consistently and judge how far to run based on hit distance
• • Sprint with power between zones using effective running technique

Big Question:

How can accurate throwing help us defend bases and prevent batters from scoring?

Key Objectives:

• • To develop throwing accuracy over short distances for stumping out batters
• • To understand and apply correct positioning when catching for stump outs

Big Question:

How can we use our tracking skills to become reliable backstops and fielders?

Key Objectives:

• • To track a ball thrown or hit towards me and be ready to catch or field it
• • To demonstrate quick reactions as a backstop when catching mishit balls

Big Question:

How can understanding the backwards hit rule give your team a tactical advantage in rounders?

Key Objectives:

• • To apply the backwards hit rule correctly in game situations
• • To make tactical decisions as both batter and backstop when the backwards hit rule applies

Big Question:

How can strategic thinking and observation help us become more effective batters in game situations?

Key Objectives:

• • To recognise and utilise gaps in the field for strategic batting
• • To develop decision-making skills when choosing where to hit the ball

Big Question:

How can we use tactical thinking to make it harder for batters to score runs?

Key Objectives:

• • To apply tactical thinking when setting a field to limit scoring opportunities
• • To recognise and adapt fielding positions for different types of batters