Running between wickets relay

Teams: Split the players into two or more teams, with an equal number of players in each team. Setup: Set up two wickets (or cones) about 20-30 meters apart, depending on space and the players' fitness level. Each player should have a bat. How to Play: The first player from each team starts at one wicket, holding a bat. On the signal, the player runs to the other wicket with their bat in hand. When they reach the other wicket, they must slide their bat at the crease (the line where the wicket is) to “make their ground.” After touching the crease with their bat, they run back to the starting wicket, where they must again slide their bat at the crease to complete the run. Once they reach the starting wicket, they tag the next player in line, who repeats the process. Objective: The team must complete the relay as quickly as possible, with each player sliding their bat at the crease at both wickets. The first team to have all players complete the relay wins. Rules: Players must always hold their bat while running between the wickets. The bat must touch the crease at both ends to complete the run (no bat, no run!). Players cannot cut corners — they must run the full distance between wickets. If a player doesn’t slide their bat at the crease or drops the bat, they must go back and redo that part of the run. Variation: To add a challenge, you can make players run backwards or perform other movements (e.g., hopping) while holding the bat