Hitting/striking the ball with intent
I can hit the ball accurately with power, aiming for space away from fielders, in order to score points.
Hitting/striking the ball with intent
I can hit the ball accurately with power, aiming for space away from fielders, in order to score points.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Move: hitting the ball with accuracy and power enables you to aim for space and away from fielders.
- Think: to score maximum points, you have to hit the ball away from the fielders.
- Feel: continuing to try and hit the ball with more power and into space, even when you make mistakes, shows courage.
- Connect: congratulating and encouraging others when they throw or strike the ball well demonstrates empathy.
Keywords
Accuracy - the ability to control where we hit an object
Fielder - a defensive position that is occupied while the other team are batting
Score - winning points in a game situation
Common misconception
Pupils focus solely on their arm movements and neglect the use of their legs and hips to create power.
Ensure pupils understand how that bending their knees and rotating their hips can create more power for bigger hits.
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Equipment
30+ cones, 1 rounders/ cricket bat between 5 pupils, 3 tennis balls between 5 pupils, 3 batting T’s between 5 pupils.
Content guidance
- Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
