Adapt and modify movement skills across a variety of situations

AC9HP6M02

Transfer familiar movement strategies to different movement situations

AC9HP6M09

participate positively in groups and teams by contributing to group activities, encouraging others and negotiating roles and responsibilities

AC9HP6M08

devise and test alternative rules and game modifications to support fair play and inclusive participation

• Critical and Creative Thinking (adapting fielding strategies)

• Personal and Social Capability (teamwork, communication)

• Ethical Understanding (playing fairly, respect for rules)

Cross-Curriculum Priority:

• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and Cultures: Connection to Indigenous games that involve ball sports, linking to traditional games like "Wana" (similar to cricket).

• Set-up: Place cones, buckets, or hula hoops at different distances.

• Task: Students aim to throw beanbags or balls into targets.

Skills Focus:

• Overarm and underarm throws

• Catching technique (two-handed and one-handed)

Mini-Game: Rapid Fire Fielding

• 2 teams. One team throws/rolls balls randomly, the fielders must quickly return them to a base point.

• Points scored for fastest returns.

Equipment/Resources Needed:

• Beanbags, tennis balls, buckets, cones, markers

Variations:

• Use smaller balls to increase difficulty.

• Add time limits or point systems for extra challenge.

• Set-up: Each student balances a ball on a bat.

• Task: Tap the ball lightly upwards without letting it drop. Count how many taps!

Skills Focus:

• Correct batting stance and grip

• Striking a stationary/moving ball (start with soft toss)

Mini-Game: Hit and Run

• Students hit the ball off a tee/cone and must run to a safe zone.

• Fielders retrieve and return the ball as fast as possible.

Equipment/Resources Needed:

• Plastic cricket bats, soft balls, tees, cones

Variations:

• Use larger soft balls to build confidence.

• Vary distances between batting tee and safe zone.

• Set-up: Students line up and bowl at a cone target one at a time.

• Task: Hit the cone, run back, tag next teammate.

Skills Focus:

• Underarm bowling technique

• Focus on aim and controlled release

Mini-Game: Knock the Cones

• Place multiple cones in the field.

• Bowlers score points by knocking cones over.

Equipment/Resources Needed:

• Soft balls, cones (as targets), boundary markers

Variations:

• Increase or decrease cone size.

• Challenge students to bowl with opposite hand for extra skill development.

• I can throw and catch accurately in a game situation.

• I can strike a moving ball using correct batting technique.

• I can field the ball and make strategic decisions.

• I can work positively with my teammates.

Ferris, S. (2018). Marsh back to bowling ‘as quick as ever’. [online] Cricket.com.au. Available at: https://www.cricket.com.au/news/3296441/marsh-back-to-bowling-as-quick-as-ever [Accessed 28 Apr. 2025].

• Overarm and underarm throwing

• Catching techniques

• Batting technique (stance, grip, swing)

• Bowling action (basic)

• Field placement and team strategies

They will learn to apply movement concepts like force, accuracy, timing, and spatial awareness in real gameplay situations.

• Set-up: Teams complete a sequence of tasks (throw, catch, run).

Activities:

• Discuss fielding positions (wicket-keeper, bowler, slip, outfield, etc.)

• Teams plan strategies on where players should stand.

Mini-Game: Two-Team Cricket

• 2 overs per team, everyone must bat, bowl, and field.

• Rotations enforced to give each student multiple roles.

Equipment/Resources Needed:

• Full cricket set (bats, stumps, balls)

• Cones to mark field positions

• Team bibs/coloured bands

Variations:

• Award bonus runs for strategic field placements.

• Allow batters to run two bases for bonus points.

• Create small-sided matches (6 vs 6 ideally).

• Rotate students through batting, bowling, and fielding.

Rules:

• Every student must bat, bowl at least one over, and field.

• Use simplified scoring (e.g., 1 run per successful run, bonus runs for boundaries).

Assessment:

• Self-assessment rubric filled out at end of match.

• Reflection circle: Discuss what went well, what strategies worked, and teamwork highlights.

Equipment/Resources Needed:

• Cricket sets (multiple if possible)

• Score sheets

• Rubric sheets for self-assessment

Variations:

• Adjust number of balls per over based on class time (e.g., 4-ball over instead of 6).

• Have students coach each other between overs to build leadership skills.