Area of no-man's land in the middle. Ball thrown underarm to land in opposing teams area (must clear the stumps). Opponents job is the catch the ball and prevent it from landing. Points are scored for each ball that lands in opponents area.
Progression:
Allow higher throws.
Remove stumps to allow rolliing the ball.
Increase / decrease distance.
Add Extra balls.
Eliminator - if player drops the ball they are eliminated.
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