Cricket: The Cut shot

The feeder, whilst standing performs a high-bouncing delivery to the batsman.

The batsman then has to pull this delivery between the 2 cones and has 6 feeds.

After his go players then rotate and the next batsman comes into bat. If the ball is left then the batsman may have another go.

The Coach throws each player 3 balls which they should aim to hit towards the left or right target.

• If the ball is successfully hit towards the target the batting player must complete 2 runs.
• If a boundary is hit then the batsman gets another ball.
• If you leave the ball you get another ball.
• If you hit behind or outside the coned area you are out (or minus 4 runs)

Position incoming batsmen in a safe area behind the stumps - Coach to stand 15 paces away from the batsman.

Fielders must be at least 15 metres away from the batsman. The distance the batsman run depends on their age / ability.

Layout for the game
1. Play as teams (5-8 a-side) or individuals (6-10 players).
2. With chalk or disks, mark out the fielding positions available.
3. Make sure the marks are 4 paces away from the batsman.
4. Short leg must be slightly deeper: 5 paces.
5. Slip or gully in normal position for cricket.
6. Coach must feed when possible (to save arguments).
7. Feed ball on one knee, 7 or 8 paces away.
8. Encourage fielders to shout \"Howzat\" when a catch is taken.
9. Set up the game and do a quick demonstration.
10. Give a batting order.
11. When using more than one team, make it a mini tournament. Winners play winners, losers play losers.