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Catching Drill

Set up as shown in the diagram. Groups of 4. One ball per group. Three players form a triangle with one player in the middle. The first player throws the ball and the middle player tries to catch it, if they do then they can move on to the next person. If they drop it they have to throw the ball back to the same person and repeat this until they do catch it.

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Catching drill

Partners stand opposite each other and throw a ball back and forth, trying to see how many catches they can make in a given time (e.g. 1 minute).

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Catching relay

Player 1 rolls the ball out for player 2 to run onto and catch. Player 2 flicks the ball back to 1 who catches it and puts it down. Player 3 then rolls the ball out towards player 1, who runs towards 3, flicks the ball at 4 who catches it and puts the ball down. Drill continues in this way...

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Catching to the left and right

Player 1 throws the ball to player 2 to run in and catch before throwing the ball back to player 1. Player 2 then joins the back of the other queue. Player 1 throws another flat catch to the next person in line on the other side. Player 1 throws 10 balls before everyone swaps position in a clockwise direction with all players taking it in turn to throw the ball.

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Fielding / Catching drill.

Player 1 rolls the ball out for player 3 to intercept before throwing to the Wicketkeeper. The coach then throws a catch to player 2. Player 3 takes up the position of player 1 and then goes to the back of the queue. Repeat from the other side.

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Reflex Catching

Get your players to work with with one ball in groups of 3. The player with the ball stands behind the other two players, who have their back to him. On the command of "Now" the player with the ball throws the ball. The two catchers have to turn quickly and try and catch the ball before it bounces. Rotate players after 10 throws.

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Running on to High Catch

Player 2 throws the ball straight-up, player 1 runs in and catches before returning the ball back to player 2. Player 1 continues to run around the cone, and receives another high feed from player 2. On catching th ball player 1 takes up 2s original position before the next person in the queue starts.

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Short catching / Underarm throwing

The fielder behind the stumps rolls the ball out, player 2 picks up the ball and throws over the top of the stumps to the fielder behind the stumps. The process is repeated until player 5 goes who then continues their run to replace the player behind the stumps.

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Short catching relay

1) rolls ball out a short distance. 2) runs in, underarm flicks to 1) who catches ball. 1) puts ball down, runs back and tags 3) then 2) rolls ball out. Repeat process until all have had a go.

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Variations

1) Right hand only2) Left hand only3) If ball is fumbled, then it goes to the opposition.4) You pass the ball by underarm catches (if catch is dropped ball goes to opposition).5) You can only one bounce the ball to team mate (if ball is dropped ball goes to opposition).6) Coach keeps changing the game from catching, to rolling, to one bounce, if fielders get it wrong ball goes to opposition.

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<BR>Partners stand opposite each other and throw a ball back and forth, trying to see how many catches they can make in a given time (e.g. 1 minute).

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Fielding Warm Up Game Catching...

Work in groups of 10. Two rows of cones are set up, 5m apart in width and 2m apart.Players get into pairs, opposite each other, lined up behind the first cone with one ball.The first pair must exchange 5 catches before running diagonally to the next cone where they repeat the 5 catches.After this players run to the next cone where they now roll the ball 5 times to their partner. The partner performs an underarm pick up and returns the ball to their partner.upon reaching the end players jog back to the start and repeat.

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Low Catching - Warm Up Catchin...

Players create a circle around a central stump, and line up with a partner on the opposite side of the circle.Players swap knee height catches with their partner, throwing the ball in the direction of the stump.Catcher should be ready to react if the ball clips the stump.

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Catching relay Ground fielding...

Player 1 rolls the ball out for player 2 to run onto and catch. Player 2 flicks the ball back to 1 who catches it and puts it down. Player 3 then rolls the ball out towards player 1, who runs towards 3, flicks the ball at 4 who catches it and puts the ball down. Drill continues in this way...

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High catching Catching - Crick...

Player 2 throws a high ball for player 1 to run onto and catch. Player 1 then runs around player 2 before returning the ball back to them. Player 2 then throws the ball high once again, back towards player 1's starting position. Player 1 now takes the ball and restarts the drill from the other side.

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Short catching relay Catching ...

1) rolls ball out a short distance. 2) runs in, underarm flicks to 1) who catches ball. 1) puts ball down, runs back and tags 3) then 2) rolls ball out. Repeat process until all have had a go.

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Catch volleyball Conditioned g...

3 teams 1 ball 3 zones 2 teams in the outside zones throw the ball over the team in the middle zone to try and land the ball on the ground in the opposite end zone. If the they are successful they score a point but if the team in the middle intercept the ball the teams swap.

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Catching singles Game Catching...

The aim of this game is for your players to make 10 catches without any of the players being touched by the opposition whilst holding the ball. If touched the ball goes to the other team and they can then try to complete 10 passes. The first team to take the 10 catches whilst staying in the grid wins.

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Short catching / Underarm thro...

The fielder behind the stumps rolls the ball out, player 2 picks up the ball and throws over the top of the stumps to the fielder behind the stumps. The process is repeated until player 5 goes who then continues their run to replace the player behind the stumps.

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Catching Drill Wicket - keepin...

Set up as shown in the diagram. Groups of 4. One ball per group. Three players form a triangle with one player in the middle. The first player throws the ball and the middle player tries to catch it, if they do then they can move on to the next person. If they drop it they have to throw the ball back to the same person and repeat this until they do catch it.

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Throw Catch and Step Catching ...

Players work in pairs with 1 ball. They start very close together and with every successful throw and catch the thrower can take a step back increasing the distance between the players.

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Staggered Catching and Return ...

Players take it in turns to take a catch at each distance, between the two cones (increase/decrease distance in relation to your players' age).The catching player must work from the starting cone and work their way inwards.Once a successful cacth is taken, the player drops the ball and proceeds forward to take the next one.

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Inner Circle Catching Ground f...

Cones are set out as a gate, in the point fielding position and extra cover fielding position.Players split into 2 groups in each of the gates.Coach will position themselves at the strikers end stump with a bat. Coach will serve himself and strike a ball towards the point or extra cover gate. Receiving player will catch or gather the ball, return it to the coach and join the back of the queue.This drill can be played as a competition, coach vs players. For every clean catch or gather, the players receive a point and for every misfield, the coach will receive a point.

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Cone Touch Catching Ground fie...

<br>This drill encourages players to be aggressive and attack the ballA player stands in the centre of a square with 4 different coloured conesThe coach will then call out one of the colours of the conesThe player must touch that cone, return to the middle of the square and receive a catch4 catches each and then switch with another player

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Dive Catching - To your left C...

Diving catch taken to the player's left, after walking in towards the catching board (note - catching board is optional but recommended if availible).Players must attack the catch by walking in towards the board.Once the catch is taken, player must get to their feet qucikly and aim to hit the stump.Group 2 of players are backing up and return the ball to the coach.After players have performed a diving catch or returned the ball to the coach they run to the back of the other group and the drill continues.

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End zone volleyball Conditione...

2 teams work with 1 ball. Split the area into 3 zones: The middle zone is a no-go zone (you can choose to put one player in this area). There is team in each side of the no-go zone. The aim of the game is to throw the ball over the player in the middle (can be the coach) to try and land the ball in the opposition's zone to score a point. The opposition tries to catch the ball to prevent the other team from scoring a point. The first team to land 10 balls wins.

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Throw and catch up and down Ca...

Create a mini-pitch for every two players. In the picture there are 4 pairs and 4 pitches. Players must try and throw and catch the ball a set number of times consecutively, without making a mistake. Every time they drop the ball they should start counting from 1 again. The set number and distance between players depends on their ability. When a pair reaches the set number (say 5 for beginners) the pair can move to the next pitch and the players on that pitch move down (both pairs start from 1 again).

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Walking in Catching Catching -...

This drill is best perfromed in two groups of 6-8 players. Set up the two cones 7 metres apart. The first player walks in to the 'goal' and sets up to take the catch. The coach hits the catch to the player, who has to move to either their right or left. Once caught the ball is returned to the coach and the player that has taken the catch returns to the back of the line.

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Fielding / Catching drill. Gro...

Two lines of players facing each other.Player 1 rolls out ball for player to run and do an underarm flick back to player 1 who catches ball and puts down. Player 2 joins back of queue.Player 3 repeats the exercise from the other side. Aim: 10 catches after receiving the flick throw, if ball gets dropped go back to 0.

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Catch and Duck Catching - Cric...

This drill is designed to test your players reactions and is also a chance for them to work on their catching technique too.Get into groups of 4/5The batter / coach hits the ball and the first player takes the catch, and ducks down, still holding ball.The second player must now catch the ball from the batter and then duck, facing chest down on the turf.Player 3 does the same and so on...

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Dive Catching - To your right ...

Diving catch taken to the player's right, after walking in towards the catching board (note - catching board is optional but recommended if availible).Players must attack the catch by walking in towards the board.Once the catch is taken, player must get to their feet qucikly and aim to hit the stump.Group 2 of players are backing up and return the ball to the coach.After players have performed a diving catch or returned the ball to the coach they run to the back of the other group and the drill continues.

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Roll and Catch Ground fielding...

Players work in groups of 4-6 players.Two cones are spaced 10m apart. Player one stands between the two cones.Stumps are placed 10m away opposite both cones, in line with the cones.Players 2 and 3 both start behind the two stumps.Player one moves side-ways, from cone to cone, taking a catch on one cone and returning it, and performing an underarm pick-up on the other cone.Players take two balls on each side (total of 4) and then swaps over with one of the players behind the stump who in turn joins the rest of the group behind the far cone.Drill continues in this way...

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Grid Catching Game Catching - ...

Form a rectangle big enough for two teams of 6-8 players. The aim of the practice is to take 10 catches before your players either drop the ball, or have the ball intercepted by the other team. Important: Players can only run three steps with the ball.

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Low Catches - Multi Ball Groun...

Drill can work with a mininum of 3 players and 1 feeder.Can add more pairs sharing catches if you have more numbers.Coach/feeder will use the ramp to send 4 consecutive catches to a player opposite.Inbetween that, players will pair up and swap catches whilst the coach is sending the 4 catches.Players rotate once the 4 catches have been taken.

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Improving Close Range and Slip Catching

Improve your players' slip catching in this safe and structured reaction catching session and make sure they don't slip up!

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Junior Elements: Developing Throwing and Catching

Encourage your players to push themselves and improve their hand eye coordination in this learning through play session!

Catching at match intensity - Hardening the hands

You know the old cliche, ?catches win matches?. Early season chances are often put down due to the lack of practice. Harden your fielders hands with this session so they?re snaffling every chance that comes to them.

Working Your Wicket Keeper

The wicket keeper is always in the game - make sure they're up to the test with this keeping skills session!

Stop Runs Through Better Fielding

Improve your side's fielding technique and confidence with this session to build pressure on batters, forcing them to make mistakes and save runs so you have to score less.

Ground Fielding Principles

Keep it tight in the field and make the batter work for every run! Improve your fielding skills now to keep the runs down and pick up some more wickets.

Fielding in the Deep

Fielding has never been more intense. Use this session to stop leaking the odd run in the field and get the batters working for every run!

Batting: Getting your players to rotate the strike

Help your players to find the gaps and keep the other team guessing in this intelligent batting session - working on shot selection and strike rotation

Mid-Season - Breaking Bad Fielding Habits

Ignore the key fielding principles at your own peril - use this early-season session with your squad today to keep your fielding game sharp!

Performance Practice: Increasing players' Fielding Intensity

This match-intensity fielding skills session uses a coaching theory that's straight out the England dressing room

Flat Catch and the Back Foot Drive

The back foot drive is the ideal shot to exploit space between the mid-on and cover. Use this plan to improve players' balance and quick feet movement.

Backing up in the field

No one enjoys an overthrow. Make sure your fielders are on their toes and alert to any wild shy?s at the stumps!

Multi-Skills Games Session

Fun, games based session that works on your players' catching concentration as well as their batting and throwing accuracy!
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i want to see the video on how it works

David Glasson Coach, Australia

i need help on a practice session for 7 year olds.i?

i need help on a practice session for 7 year olds.i need to keep them interested yat teach them basics.any sugestions?

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whats the top 3 warm ups for cricket

whats the top 3 warm ups for cricket

andy brooker Coach, England

I don't play cricket very often.. generally only during?

I don't play cricket very often.. generally only during summer for 3-4 months. That's the only time I can practice as it's cold for 6-7 months in midwest US. <br /><br />How can I avoid swollen fingers while catching? How to get myself confident of catching and not be afraid of hurting?

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fielding or catching a ball

do i have to keep my hands soft while i catch a ball

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Ideas for Game Scenarios

I ran a coaching session on Sunday where I took along a number of handwritten cards, from which the kids (U11s) could randomly choose "Super Over", "Bowl Off" or "Game Scenario". If they chose the latter, I had another set of cards they could choose from "Wicket Target", "Run Target", "Run Target - but boundaries don't count".Finally, they then draw from some more cards - runs (20-30), max wickets (1-3), overs (3-5).Each game scenario lasted around 10-20 mins, so in our session, we had time for about 4 or 5 scenarios. They appeared to enjoy it, but most of them said they wanted to bowl/bat individually for longer! Kids, eh?The idea behind these if to get them thinking about batting intelligently - rotating the strike, keeping the score ticking over, managing achievable run rates, etc. It's also a chance to give some of them some experience at captaining and having to make key decisions (bowling and batting order, how to place a field for different scenarios).Any ideas for variations I could try would be welcome. My session lasts for 2 hours including warm ups and any specific exercises I want to do beforehand.

Matt OToole Coach, England

Indoor Fielding Drills

Hi...just looking for suggestions as to which would be good indoor fielding drills to mix up indoor net sessions. We'll probably have half a sports hall with max 20 players - mixed abilities. Cheers

Simon Lee Coach, England

how to conduct the drill

how to conduct the drill

Surendra J Coach, India

Catching between wickets

How to drills catch between wicket la coaches

Samir Mongar Coach, Bhutan

skill practice organisation

can you give me some points about catching in cricket organisation

Rayyan Iqbal Coach, England

Start of a Session

What is a good game / drill to have setup at the start of a session so players can join in when they arrive (players arriving in drive/drabs/different times)? we usually have the cricket hockey game but can get a bit messy when no bibs etc.

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how to back up in the field

Jon Fry Coach, England

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catching

how to learn how to catch better

Donte Hobson Coach, United Kingdom

googly

tell me drills and it's field set up

Cricketwithhaider undefined Coach, United Kingdom

Catching of under 10 boys | Sp...

hi how to train a u10 boy to take reflex catches

syed zabiulla Coach, India
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