This is a simple runout competition to start OR end your fielding session. Set Up: Stump in the middle (or 2 or 3 along the field depending on numbers) Cones at each side 15m, 30m & 45m distances out from the stumps Separate players into even groups for example 2 to 3 at each end. Start players at the closest cones to the stumps. Players must hit the stumps 10 times at close range Then they move back to the 30m cones and must hit the stumps 5 times. Then move back to the 45m cones and hit the stumps 3 times. Winner is the team to complete the circuit first.
Focus on accuracy not speed. Correct throwing technique Clean backup fielding and ball gathering.
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