Player 2 throws. Each batsman has 3 consecutive balls, then goes to the back of the queue. If you leave a ball you get another go. The ball should be a slow high underarm feed. 3 to 6 Wait for the ball - timing is important. Concentrate on technique! The aim for your players should be to drive all the balls between the markers. Anything in the air is immediately classed as "out". Get the remainder of the group to field the ball and return it to the feeder. Rotate round after the 3 balls
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