Tactical Game Intelligence
•Year 5
•Rounders
•Extra balls available to maintain game flow
Alternative: Tennis balls or soft cricket balls
Positioned 15 yards apart in diamond formation
Alternative: Cones, hoops, or marked spots on ground
Mark field boundaries, bowling line, and waiting areas
Alternative: Markers or painted lines
Clear team identification for tactical discussions
Alternative: Different coloured PE kit or arm bands
The strategic positioning of fielders to prevent the batter from scoring
Positioning fielders far from the batter to catch long hits
Positioning fielders near the batter to collect quick hits and prevent short runs
Understanding the game situation and making smart decisions
Observing the batting team to identify strengths and weaknesses
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Calculating scoring systems, measuring distances for field setup, angles and geometry of fielding positions
Forces and motion in ball trajectory, understanding of angles and ball flight paths
Spatial awareness, positioning and coordinates, understanding of directions and area coverage
Teamwork and cooperation, leadership skills, decision-making under pressure, fair play and sportsmanship
Central location allowing oversight of all groups, mobility to circulate between activities
Tactical decision-making, field positioning accuracy, team communication, sportsmanship
Step in when tactical discussions stall, unsafe play occurs, or rules disputes arise
Use clear, exaggerated movements for field positions, involve students in tactical demonstrations, provide real-time tactical commentary during games
Minimum 30m x 40m area, larger preferred for multiple games
Level, dry surface free from holes, debris, and obstacles
Stop all activities immediately, assess injury severity, apply appropriate first aid, contact emergency services if required
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