Split the group up into 3s. One by one each player runs up to the cone and back, then passing the bat to the next player. This repeats till all players have been. Encourage competition to add to the warm up. Variations Different distances Delayed starts Add in hurdles or ladders
Hold bat in two hands Slide bat through the cones
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