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Top-of-Off Count

Score only balls that clip or threaten the top of off on the right length. First bowler to the target wins.

4-12 players, about 15-30 min at Field Play. Pick turns, keep cricket scoring visible, stop at target.

  • BoardCricket
  • CategoryCricket
  • Best for4-12 who want a 15-30 min round.
  • Players4-12
Top-of-Off Count activity preview - Score only balls that clip or threaten the top of off on the right length. First bowler to the target wins.
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“Score only balls that clip or threaten the top of off on the right length. First bowler to the target wins.”

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How to play Top-of-Off Count

Step 1

Score only balls that clip or threaten the top of off on the right length. First bowler to the target wins.

Step 2

Judge the cricket result against the scoring rule before anyone resets.

Step 3

Reset the cricket setup, rotate evenly, and stop at the agreed finish condition.

Guide details

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Scoring

How the result works

4-12 players, about 15-30 min at Field Play. Pick turns, keep cricket scoring visible, stop at target.

Example: Score only balls that clip or threaten the top of off on the right length. First bowler to the target wins.

Host tip

Keep it clean

Changing the feed, start line, or cricket target between players. Keep the setup equal.

Safety: Allow only one active swing, kick, bowl, or throw at a time and keep everyone else behind the safety line.

Best for

Who it fits

4-12 who want a 15-30 min round.

Energy

Pace

High

Board Cricket
Category Cricket
Best for 4-12 who want a 15-30 min round.
Players 4-12
Time 15-30 min
Gear Cricket bat, ball, stumps or targets, and field markers
Space Cricket field, net, or safe practice area
Energy High
Setup Start from Cricket Board and tell the group the activity is Top-of-Off Count.
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Variations to try

  • Quick mode: play one short timer round, record the result, then decide rematch or switch.
  • Team mode: split into two teams and rotate turns so mixed skill stays playable.
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Top-of-Off Count also fits these setup-first pages when the group starts from the situation instead of the board.

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We're playing Top-of-Off Count from Studboards. Score only balls that clip or threaten the top of off on the right length. First bowler to the target wins. Fits: Players: 4-12 | Time: 15-30 min | Gear: Cricket bat, ball, stumps or targets, and field markers Safety: Allow only one active swing, kick, bowl, or throw at a time and keep everyone else behind the safety line. View Idea: https://www.studboards.com/sports/cricket/cricket-top-of-off-count.html

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