Advanced Tactics & Play
•Year 6
•Rounders
•Extra balls available for continuous play
Alternative: Tennis balls or soft play balls
Bright colours for clear visibility
Alternative: Cones, hula hoops, or chalk circles
For clear team identification
Alternative: Coloured bands or team cards
Bowling technique using maximum arm speed and power to make it difficult for batters to hit
A set period or number of balls in which a team attempts to score rounders
Bowling with speed and tactical placement to prevent easy hits
Batting with purpose and speed to maximise scoring opportunities in limited time
Strategic placement of fielders based on batter tendencies and game situation
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Communication skills, teamwork vocabulary, following and giving instructions
Scoring systems, counting rounders and half-rounders, measuring distances for field setup
Forces in throwing and hitting, trajectory of balls, body systems during exercise
Teamwork, resilience under pressure, managing competitive emotions, leadership skills
Move between activities to provide individual coaching, position centrally during demonstrations
Watch for technique development, tactical application, and positive team dynamics
Step in if bowling becomes unsafe, if students show poor sportsmanship, or if activities lose focus
Use clear, exaggerated movements for skill demonstrations, involve students in showing good examples
Minimum 30m x 40m outdoor area or large sports hall with high ceiling
Dry, even surface free from holes or obstacles, safe for running
Stop activity immediately if injury occurs, assess and provide appropriate first aid, move other students to safe area
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