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I am doing a Training Session on cricket, the basics, rules etc etc. This is based in an office with little space, does anyone have any ideas of any games that I could introduce? They could be fun or practical. Help would be appreciated!!
Hi, I am nagaraj state cricket coach, from karnataka,India.since 20 years working with 8-19 boys. i need,new conditional games, for the both the age group, it should hepl, fitness,fielding, batting, skills. and also need recriational games for u-8 boys.Thanks
What is optimal length of a junior coaching session? Debate is 11/2 hours or 2 (midweek evening!)?
we are hosting a 2day cricket clinic for children age 8-14years old.any aids drills and idees would be appreciated.
I am about to run my club's frist junior training session of the year and doe anybody know any good ideas for drills or fun games with youngsters (aged between 6-10) who are absolute beginners to cricket?
Im coaching an under 9's team ( GOD HELP ME!) and all though i have played extensively i have not coached such a young team before. Can anyone advise on a training plan designed for beginners / young players. Some ideas on how to make it fun and keep them interested would be great... thanks in advance.
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I am looking at starting my own cricket academy and I am looking for a few ideas anyone care to share
Hi, I have two boys aged 3 and 5 who are mad about cricket - do you have any fun games/lesson plans I can play with them and their friends? Thanks
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