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Tactical Focus:
Score Runs
One batter hits a ball off of a tee, and then the batting team moves as a team between the base and home. 1 point is scored each time a team is successful in reaching the base.
Fielders field the ball and then throw it “home” to stop play once all fielders have touched the ball. Each fielder must touch the ball before this can happen.
Batters and fielders switch once all batters have hit the ball.
Batting teams keep track of their running total; the game ends when a team either reaches a pre-determined amount of points, or a number of innings have passed

Batters throw an object into the open space rather than using a tee
Fielders pitch the ball; batters bat with or without an implement
Batters move using various forms of locomotion

How can you reduce the amount of time it takes for all fielders to touch the ball?
Why do you think a relay is important in a game like this?

Use varied objects that may be easier to throw/grip (e.g. bigger, lighter balls, rubber chickens).
Players make runs using a form of locomotion that is appropriate to them.
 
 
LEVEL OF COMPLEXITY
Easy

 
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Participant Grouping
Divide the group into 2 teams (or an even number of small sided teams)
 
Equipment
Pylons: 3
Balls (e.g. beach, foam, paper, wiffle gator): 1
Bats: 1
 
 
Playing Area
Limited Space
 
Safety
When the batting team are running together, ensure that players are aware of their surroundings.
 
Life Skills Development
Coping and Self-Management Skills


Are there any occasions where you felt frustrated in the game? How is this similar to when you are frustrated at home or school?


How did you overcome this frustration?

 
FUNdamental Skills
Manipulation Skills


Overarm throw


Preparation: Stand sideways and make an L with throwing arm. Point non-throwing arm at target and look where you want to throw.


Execution: bring throwing arm across, nearly brushing your ear. Snap your wrist as you release the ball.


Follow-through: throwing hand should continue and meet the opposite knee.