How to Play
- Split the kids into 2 teams (or 4 if you have enough space to run two games at the same time).
- One team is “batting” and the other is fielding.
- The batting team is going to kick/throw a spongy/tennis ball as far as possible, and the fielders have to work together to bring it back to the plate by passing it to each other.
- While the fielders are doing that, the batsman tries to score as many penalties as possible against the opposition’s goalie. For every score they get a “run”.
- When everyone has “batted”, change over. At the end count which team has more runs.
- You can swap shooting penalties for any activity related to your sport: free throws (basketball), kicks (rugby), etc.
Equipment Required
- 1 x Ball,
- 20 x Small Cones
- 1 x Goal / 2x Large Cones
Focus
For Children to Be Able To:
- Find space to strike the ball into
- Cooperate as a fielding team
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Be Sure to:
- Explain the activity clearly. There are a few moving parts
- Ask open questions to give the children a chance to solve problems themselves
- Use the child’s name when you praise them for their efforts
Things to Consider
