Striking and Fielding Intelligence · Summer Term

Strategic Field Placement

Learning how to manipulate the field to pressure the batter and prevent scoring.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does the bowler's style dictate where the fielders should be positioned?
  2. 2When is it appropriate to bring the field 'in' versus spreading players out?
  3. 3How can a captain motivate their team during a long period in the field?

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

KS3: Physical Education - Use and develop a variety of tactics and strategies to overcome opponents in team games
Year: Year 9
Subject: Physical Education
Unit: Striking and Fielding Intelligence
Period: Summer Term

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