
Drill designed to work 5-6 players at a high intensity.
Trainer hits ball to fielder A who performs a ladder/hurdle skill before taking the line drive from the trainer. Trainer then hits a ground ball to player B who anticipates the ball and turns to attempty a direct hit at the stumps. Player C anticipate sthe throw and backs up. Once he stops the ball he throws into the trainer. Player C then goes through the ladder/hurdle and takes a line drive at position D and returns the ball to the trainer. The trainer then hits a high ball for player C to run and catch at position E. Player returns ball back to coach for the round to restart. Various catching and ground fielding techniques can be used.
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