Fielding: bowling and backstop
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can perform the role of bowler and backstop to help develop my fielding skills in racing rounders.
Key learning points
- Move: step forwards with the opposite foot to throwing arm, eyes on the target and follow through to ensure a good bowl.
- Move: a backstop must position themselves behind the batter with hands up to receive the ball.
- Think: a good ball involves the ball travelling through the batting square above the knee and below the shoulder.
- Feel: we demonstrate resilience when working hard to improve our bowling or backstop technique.
- Connect: asking teammates to help when we are struggling with our technique shows that we have excellent trust.
Keywords
Underarm throw - throwing the ball from below the shoulder level
Bowling - throwing the ball underarm to the batter
Backstop - the player positioned directly behind the batter to receive the ball after it is bowled
Common misconception
When bowling, pupils prioritise throwing the ball with as much force as possible.
Ensure pupils understand that applying force to their bowls is beneficial, but good accuracy is essential to ensure 'no balls' aren't thrown. Pupils should focus on developing excellent accuracy before attempting to apply more force.
Teacher tip
Allowing pupils to aim at different sized objects and over different distances with larger balls, softer balls and beanbags can help pupils develop their accuracy and execution of the throw. Ensure the backstop is stood a safe distance away from the batter.
Equipment
1 hoop between 4 pupils, 1 tennis ball between 2, 30+ cones, beanbags.
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Which word describes using your hand to send an object through the air?
Q2.What can reduce the accuracy of a throw?
Q3.What is the role of the fielders?
Q4.How can you develop trust with teammates?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Which throwing technique do you use when bowling in rounders?
Q2.Where should the backstop be positioned?
Q3.How can you use your teammates to help you to improve?
Q4.When bowling in rounders, what should you focus on first?
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