Skill Game Striking & Fielding Activities for Year 1

Progressive catching challenge where pairs catch 3, then swap, catch 2, swap, catch 1, swap and sit down

Individual challenge where students throw beanbags up and catch them before they hit the ground

Competitive chasing activity where students race to collect rolling balls, developing speed, positioning, and collection technique

Fast-paced team game applying throwing techniques to clear beanbags from your area

Groups of four practice running between wickets with clear communication and smart decision-making about when to run

Relay races teaching proper cricket running technique with crease lines and bat sliding

Teams compete to hit cone targets using rolling technique, with bonus points for using non-dominant hand.

Fast-paced circle passing game where students pass a 'hot potato' ball before time runs out

Small-sided game where students kick a ball and run bases while fielders work together to return ball to central target

Small group game combining number recognition, quick reactions, and catching skills

Game-based activity combining off-side striking technique with tactical running decisions and fielding challenges.

Pairs practice rolling balls accurately to each other at varying distances

Small group game where one student defends cones from rolling ball attacks using ball stopping skills

Dynamic warm-up combining ball handling skills with jogging movements

Partners practice bowling accuracy by trying to bowl through cone targets

Students self-feed and hit balls at various targets to score points and develop accuracy

Teams of 4 compete to roll balls past opponents' target lines while using fielding skills to defend their own area.

Fast-paced game where players throw balls and score points by jumping over cones while opponents field

2v2 court game where teams throw ball over net to opponent's side, catching before second bounce

Interactive learning activity to understand what bases are and how they work in games