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Back Foot Defence

To play this defensive shot properly players will need to think about their whole body's position in order to avoid popping the ball up for an easy take.

Back foot batting

Back foot defence

3-5 people stand in each net, with one bowler and the others waiting to receive the ball. Each bowler bowls 24 balls with the batsman getting 3 consecutive balls. If the batsman decides to leaves one of the balls then they may have another ball. On receiving 3 balls the batsman must join the back of the queue.

Back foot batting

Back foot defence: Playing in the V

Set up in groups as shown: one batsman, one wicket keeper, one feeder and one or two fielders. Mark out the V area with chalk or cones, approximately 4-5 metres wide. The batsmen has to try and hit the ball between the cones to score runs, if they do they get one run, if not, they lose two runs.

Back foot batting

Backfoot defence

(for age 6-8 use footballs or giant tennis balls, for age 8+ use tennis balls)Six feeds each practice, then rotate clockwise. One bounce football thrown in, feed on one knee.NOTE Safety: No attacking shots (OUT!)

Back foot batting

Forward Defence

Each batter gets 6 balls each and then rotates. The thrower delivers the ball on one knee making the ball bounce once to the knee height of the batter. If the ball is wide or the ball is left then another ball is bowled. The aim is for the batsmen to defend the ball and aim to hit the ball through the cones. For safety reasons no attacking shots are permitted.

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Front foot defence

Batting Mechanics

Group coaching for the back foot defence

(see c50024a & c50024b for more info)Set up for the practiceThink enjoyment minimises boredom and encourages repetition (repetition -> development)1. Set up practice as shown in diagram.2. Markers on the floor for fielders to stand on, should be 3 metres from the batsman. Be strict on this point - safety.3. Mark out the target area for feeder to aim at for the back foot defence.4. Ideal number for each group is 4-5 players -maximun activity5. Feeder kneels 7-10 paces from the batsman.6. Feeder says \"Bat Up!\", then feeds a dart feed, standing up, throwing from head height downwards. The ball should be aimned to bounce once and between the batsman's waist and chest height.7. Each group has 3 balls.8. Ideal duration of practice: 20-30 mins.

Back foot batting

The quick singles game

This game can be played in teams (6-10 a-side) or in pairs (8-10 players). Rules of the game: There should be a batter at both ends. If playing in pairs, give each pair two or three wickets. If playing in teams, when a wicket falls it is the turn of the next batsman. Tip and run, or two or three balls to make a run. The coach throws either all front foot defence or all back foot defence bowls. The fielders must stay on the cones or with one hand on the wall until the ball is thrown, otherwise batsmen automatically get a two run bonus. Ways of getting out: Bowled, caught, run out, stumped, playing an attacking shot, or failing to score off the limited number of deliveries. The batsman can only score singles but the boundaries count for overthrows. Overthrows: side walls = 2 runs, back wall behind wicket keeper = 1 run, front wall = 4 runs (Unless you hit a 4 you can run singles to add to the side and back wall scores.) If a batsman leaves the ball it does not count and he does not have to run. If the batsman plays and misses it counts as a delivery

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Cricket: Group coaching for th...

(see c50024 &amp; c50024a for more info)<br />Coaching points (in order of importance)<br /><br />For younger players, introduce one point at a time.<br />1. High backlift over off stump with dominant top hand. (Bottom hand fingers and thumb grip.)<br />2. Step back and across the crease, getting head and body into line with the ball (eyes level).<br />3. Weight on back foot, whcih lands parallel to crease (head left forward of the body).<br />4. With dominant top hand and diamond shape formed with arms, Push bat towards the ball. (Forearms passing close to body.)<br />5. Strike ball forward of body, directly below eye level.<br />6. Keep leading elbow high, close to head.<br />7. Bottom hand fingers and thumb grip.<br />8. Top hand dominates throughout the shot.<br />9. Look through the handle of the bat on completion of the shot. (Head directly above hands, and in line with back foot.)<br /><br />Play the ball with soft hands, so it rolls back up the wicket.<br /><br /><br />Aims of the practice<br /> To protect the wickets and leave the wide balls; also to defend the ball straight back up the wicket (between the two parallel lines shown in the diagram). This is the furthest point away from the fielders. If you feel you are going to play the ball outside this line on the off side, leave it alone as it is too wide to play at.

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Group coaching for the front f...

(see c50016 &amp; c50016b for more info)<br />Rules of the practice<br /><br />1. Each player has 8-10 feeds, then all rotate clockwise.<br />2. Give groups 2-3 coaching points to work on.<br />3. Have about 3-4 rounds each (depending on time limit).<br />4. For the first round of 8-10 play every other shot with the top hand only (to show the importance of the top hand).<br />5. Make the last round competitive: try to survive all 8-10 feeds without getting out. If you're out, change round.<br />6. On the practice round, players get another feed if one goes wide. On the competitive round, have 8-10 feeds whether players leave the ball or play and miss.<br />7. If a player deliberately plays an attacking shot he loses that round of 8-10 feeds. (Be strict on this point - safety.)<br /><br />Don't set up groups too close to one another - think safety! Coach positions himself where he can monitor all groups safely.

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Cricket: Group coaching for th...

(see c50016a &amp; c50016b for more info)<br />Set up for the practice<br />Think enjoyment minimises boredom and encourages repetition (repetition -&gt; development)<br /><br />1. Set up practice as shown in diagram.<br />2. Markers on the floor for fielders to stand on, should be 3 metres from the batsman. Be strict on this point - safety.<br />3. Mark out the target area for feeder to aim at for the back foot defence.<br />4. Ideal number for each group is 4-5 players -maximun activity<br />5. Feeder kneels 7-10 paces from the batsman.<br />6. Feeder says \&quot;Bat Up!\&quot;, then feeds a dart feed, standing up, throwing from head height downwards. The ball should be aimned to bounce once and between the batsman's waist and chest height.<br />7. Each group has 3 balls.<br />8. Ideal duration of practice: 20-30 mins.

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Front foot defence - leaving t...

The coach throws on one knee with a football style throw in, which the batsmen have to defend by hitting back through the cones, with 6 balls each.

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Forward Defence Conditioned ga...

Each batter gets 6 balls each and then rotates. The thrower delivers the ball on one knee making the ball bounce once to the knee height of the batter. If the ball is wide or the ball is left then another ball is bowled. The aim is for the batsmen to defend the ball and aim to hit the ball through the cones. For safety reasons no attacking shots are permitted.

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Backfoot defence Back foot bat...

(for age 6-8 use footballs or giant tennis balls, for age 8+ use tennis balls)<br />Six feeds each practice, then rotate clockwise. One bounce football thrown in, feed on one knee.<br />NOTE Safety: No attacking shots (OUT!)

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Forward Defence Front foot bat...

<br />For groups of 3-6 people, with one player feeding. Feeder delivers 20 good feeds over arm, or until he gets a player out.<br />Each Batter has 3-4 deliveries then they run to back of que and rotate around.<br /><br />Competition: The batter can choose to leave the ball or defend it through cones. If the ball goes into the air the batter is out. If you defend and hit the ball back through the cones you can call \&quot;YES\&quot; and run. If the ball doesnt go through the cones then you stay in batting unitl out of goes. (Target of 30 runs per group)

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Back foot defence Conditioned ...

<br />Organisation: Organise the group as shown. Batsman plays the ball defensively only when it is going to hit the stumps.<br />1 point is given for every successful call of leave.<br />5 points are deducted if ball hits the stumps.<br />2 points are deducted if batsman plays the ball so softly that it does not roll beyond the line drawn 4 metres from the wicket.<br />Groups rotate after 5 attempts each. Winner is the one with the most points.<br />Safety: No attacking shots. Aim to defend the ball back between the cones and if you leave the ball you can have another ball.<br />N.B. An overarm throw will be necessary for this practice.<br /><br />Equipment: 1 bat and 1 tennis ball per group. 1 set of stumps. Chalk markings / Cones

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Cricket: Front foot defence - ...

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Cricket: The back foot defence...

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

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Front Foot Defensive Extras - ...

The defensive stroke should be played to a ball of good line and length. Players stand in a relaxed and balanced stance, head and eyes level. Back swing and step forward to meet the ball. As they prepare to strike the ball the front shoulder dips and the front knee bends. Shoulders rotate vertically and the bat decelerates on contact. The back heel should be raised to help get above the ball and players' bottom hand should be relaxed to avoid over hitting the ball.

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Cricket: The front foot defenc...

Using the crease : Alternate front foot and back foot defence.<BR>2. Judging length for front foot or back foot.<br>3. For competent players, throw the ball faster.

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Cricket: Front Foot Defence 2 ...

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Cricket: The back foot drive a...

Set up as shown in the diagramMark out creases and boundary areas with cones.Mark out a V area with cones.Use three sets of stumps.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.

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Back-Foot Defence Techniques -...

Played to a ball short of a length, roughly stump high. Batsman should have a relaxed and balanced stance - head still, eyes level. Back swing and step back. Their front shoulder should then dip. With the base established, weight stays slightly forward. Shoulders rotate vertically, front leg drawn back, alongside the back foot. Bat decelerates, &lsquo;soft hands&rsquo; upon impact. Ball contact under eyes.

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Back Foot Defence Techniques -...

If the ball is pitched on the stumps - but short of a good length - it needs to be played safely. Going forward to a delivery like this is dangerous and you will also increase the chance of getting out. Going back on your crease and meeting the ball at the top of its bounce will help you to be in full control of the shot. Also, try to meet the ball with soft hands. This means relaxing your hands on the bat handle, which helps to take the pace off the ball and reduces the chances of getting caught near the wicket.

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Back Foot Defence Batting Mech...

To play this defensive shot properly players will need to think about their whole body's position in order to avoid popping the ball up for an easy take.

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Cricket: LEAVE THE BALL AND PL...

FEEDING PROGRESSION<br /><br />Try to feed the ball on off stump line or just outside. <br />(a) Bobble feed - front foot drives <br />(b) Underarm, One Bounce - Front foot drive and defence<br />(c) Dart Feed (throw from ear downwards, one bounce) - (i) back foot defence and drive. (ii) Front or back foot<br /> (d) Underarm Leg Spin - Front of back foot (e) Dart Feed Off Break (give the ball air) - front or back foot <br /> Use any of these feeding progressions, starting with the easier ones.

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Ian Bell - Taking Guard v Spin...

If a batter can set up correctly then they will give themselves the best possible chance to face the delivery that comes down at them. <br>But how should their guard change when facing the different types of spin?

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Cricket: Group coaching for th...

(see c50031 &amp; c50031b for more info)<br />HOOK<br />For this shot wear a helmet for safety and realism.<br /><br />(A) Feed a one-bounce dart feed from standing up (throw the feed with pace so it bounces between chest and head height); or (B) field from one knee, underarm throw upwards, around shoulder height (no bounce).<br /><br />In a small sports hall<br />Hit into a wall and fielders will get the rebound or catch. Important - no fielders within the target area. Batsman stands at least 8 metres from the wall.<br /><br />Outside or in a large sports hall<br />Fielders stand within the target area. At least 15 metres from the batsman.

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Cricket: The quick singles gam...

This game can be played in teams (6-10 a-side) or in pairs (8-10 players). Rules of the game: There should be a batter at both ends. If playing in pairs, give each pair two or three wickets. If playing in teams, when a wicket falls it is the turn of the next batsman. Tip and run, or two or three balls to make a run. The coach throws either all front foot defence or all back foot defence bowls. The fielders must stay on the cones or with one hand on the wall until the ball is thrown, otherwise batsmen automatically get a two run bonus. Ways of getting out: Bowled, caught, run out, stumped, playing an attacking shot, or failing to score off the limited number of deliveries. The batsman can only score singles but the boundaries count for overthrows. Overthrows: side walls = 2 runs, back wall behind wicket keeper = 1 run, front wall = 4 runs (Unless you hit a 4 you can run singles to add to the side and back wall scores.) If a batsman leaves the ball it does not count and he does not have to run. If the batsman plays and misses it counts as a delivery

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Backfoot survival game (8 a-si...

Split your group into two teams, with the coach feeding the ball. There are two ways you can play this game: 1) All players have 4 feeds each. Players are out after their 4 bowls or if they are caught out. 2) Players bat until they reach 20 points, at which point they retire. Players score a point every time the ball is played between the cones.  

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Cricket: Pull Shot Game - Back...

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.

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