Strike the Ball introduces striking and receiving skills used in games like cricket, hockey, badminton and table tennis. Students learn the sideways batting stance, two-handed grip, stepping forward to hit the ball with full follow-through, and how to receive and control a rolling ball gently using a hockey stick (BM 15–BM 21).
What Class 3 Physical Education Chapter 3 Covers
Striking with a Bat: Sideways stance with knees slightly bent, dominant hand below non-dominant hand on the handle, stepping forward and following through
Receiving with a Stick: Facing the incoming ball with knees bent, holding the stick close to the ground and keeping hands gentle on impact
Striking Games (BM 15–BM 21): Hitting a stationary ball off a cone, partner stick-passing, dribbling around markers and target striking
Exercises in Chapter 3
- Striking & Stick-Control Activities (Pages 21–29): Practise the sideways batting grip and swing, control a ball with a stick and play BM 15–21 games.
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FAQ
How should you stand and hold the bat when striking a ball?
Stand sideways with feet shoulder-width apart and knees slightly bent, holding the bat with both hands (dominant hand below the other) and keeping your eyes on the ball.
How do you stop a rolling ball cleanly with a hockey stick?
Bend forward with knees slightly bent, place the flat face of the stick in the path of the ball close to the ground, and relax your hands on impact.