PlaySport - activitydetails

		Number by colours

Tactical Focus:
Placement away from fielders

	Three hoops of different colours are spread out in the fielding area. Two pylons are placed next to 'batting' area for batter to make runs.
	Batter uses hockey stick to send three beannags (each one matching the colours of the hoops) out into the field. Batter then makes runs between the pylons.
	Fielders cannot start collecting until last beanbag has been sent. They then collect a beanbag each and put the correct colour beanbag in the same colour hoop.
	Once each beanbag is collected the batter stops running at the nearest pylon. Players rotate positions, each time attempting to beat their previous score.

	Increase the number of beanbags to be collected.
	Use a bat, balls and a tee as an alternative.
	Change the form of locomotion used to get between the two pylons (e.g. skipping, hopping).

	With limited space in this game, how can you make the fielders take longer to collect the beanbags?
	Fielders, how can you use you each other effectively to limit the time it takes to collect the beanbags?

	Use a different implement or underhand throw to send the beanbags away.
	Reduce the distance of the bases.

LEVEL OF COMPLEXITY

Easy
Moderate

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Participant Grouping

Four participants (one batter against three fielders)

Equipment

Pylons: 2
Hoops: 3
Beanbags: 3
Hockey sticks: 1

Playing Area

Limited Space

Safety

Keep beanbags along the ground rather than sending them in the air.


		Life Skills Development
		Communication and Interpersonal Skills
		How does it make you feel when you beat/don't beat your own score from the previous attempt?
		Why is it sometimes good to try and compete against yourself and not other people in school or at home?
		How do you go about setting realistic goals for yourself that do not concern others?


		FUNdamental Skills
		Stability Skills
		Getting low to the ground to collect the beanbags.
		Preparation: When you reach the bean bag, make sure you have both feet planted in a wide stance.
		Execution: Bend your legs and squat like a frog. Use your non-throwing arm for support and use your other arm to grab the beanbag.
		Follow-through: fully straighten up like a stork before you start to run with the beanbag.