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Backfoot Drive

Each batter gets 6-8 feeds each. The throwing player feeds from on one knee and then all rotate after 6 feeds. If a wide ball is thrown or the batter decides to leave the ball they may have an aditional feed.

Back foot batting

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.

Catching

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.

Catching

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

Long Barrier pair defending

Two players per team, stood about 4-5 metres apart between two cones (the goal). Both teams must try to protect their goals by stopping the opposition from throwing the ball through their goal. Using only underarm throws players must try and score in their opponent's goal. A goal is awarded every time their opponent either drops the ball or fails to prevent it passing between their cones.

Ground fielding and throwing

Roller Ball

Two Teams of 6-11 people try to partner along the ground throwing the ball to each other. They are not allowed to move once they have the ball and to score they must hit the oppositions stumps. No one is allowed in the the square of cones at any time.

Ground fielding and throwing

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.

Catching

Taking an Off Side Ball

Organise as shown with player A (feeder) throwing wide of the off stump so the wicket keeper has to move to the right to complete the catch.

Wicket - keeping

Two Handed interception + Backing up

Player 1 starts on the cone with the ball and rolls the ball out for player 2 to run in and intercept the ball with two hands. Once player 1 has rolled the ball out to player 2 they then have to run behind the stumps to field the throw. After throwing the ball behind the stumps player 2 then stands on the cone, receives the ball back from player 1 and the drill can start again.

Ground fielding and throwing

Warm up drills

Roll the ball along the ground to a team mate. You can run with the ball, but the ball must be rolled along the ground.Aim to hit the stumps (approach from any side of the square)in the opposition square, using an underarm flick. The square is made up of cones, distance 5-8 metres from the stumps.No fielders at any time are allowed inside the square. The ball is never out of bounds, as there are no boundaries.

Ground fielding and throwing

Hit the stumps! Ground fieldin...

The wicket keeper rolls the ball out for the players from each side to run onto and pick up. The fielding players run from each side in turns and try to hit the stumps with a fast throw. The keeper then collects the ball and rolls it out again for a player from the other side to run onto.

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Roller Ball Ground fielding an...

<BR>Two Teams of 6-11 people try to partner along the ground throwing the ball to each other. They are not allowed to move once they have the ball and to score they must hit the oppositions stumps. No one is allowed in the the square of cones at any time.

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Crow Hop Into Throw Techniques...

Players split up into pairs with a cone in front of each playerPlayers start square on to their partnerThe heel advances, steps over the cone and goes towards the targetReceiving player will gather the ball and throw the ball back

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Target throwing Ground fieldin...

Working in pairs with one ball per pair players throw the ball back and forth to each other. The object of the exercise is to hit the cone positioned between each pair using an overarm throw.

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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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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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Two handed pick up and throw a...

1) picks up the ball and must throw over the top of the stumps so the ball rebounds straight between the two cones. He stops the rebound and replaces the ball on the spot and then 2) repeats. First team to get 10 rebounds through the cones wins. If a ball goes outside the line of cones your score goes back to 0.<BR>Variation:- do not replace the ball, but when the ball hits the wall No 2) goes, and so on.

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Ground fielding drill Ground f...

Two teams pass the ball to their team mates with an overarm throw which must bounce only once and then must be caught. Using the throws to advance towards the opposition's grid players must not step inside the grid. When they get close enough they can throw at the stumps. If they miss a team mate can run around the back of the stumps to catch the ball. If caught that team can have another shot, if the opposition catch the ball they then move back up the field to the opposition's grid.

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Under arm flick , shy, back up...

<b>Angled throw</b> a) from left b) from right<br>1) rolls ball out from left.2) runs in and flicks at stump.1) runs around behind stump and backs up. 2) runs to 1)s starting position.1) under arm throws the ball at 2) who catches.1) now runs up right side and joins back of queue.<BR><b>Repeat</b>

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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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Under arm flick against a wall...

In pairs, when coach says go, 1) under arm flicks the ball into the wall, when the ball rebounds past line B 2) shouts 'Howzat', first pairs ball to cross line B wins.

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Keeper vs. Fielders: Pick up a...

The wicket keeper rolls the ball out around the side of the stumps. Fielders run from the left first, then right (then left...) to receive the ball and throw it back over the top of the stumps. Competition: An opposition wicket keeper rolls 5 balls out to try and score goals past the opposition's line of fielders. The winners are the ones who stop the most balls.

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Pick up and throw on the turn ...

1) runs out and picks up the stationary ball and throws over top to 2). 2) rolls the ball back out to 1), 1) replaces it and joins the back of the queue. When 1) tags 2), 2) then goes, 3) takes up position behind stumps. <BR>This can be done in a race against another group.

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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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Two Handed pick up v Batters G...

5-6 batters and fielders are needed for this circuit. On the batter's call of &quot;YES&quot; the batters have to run two lengths while the fielding player 1 rolls the ball to fielder 2. Fieder 2 then runs in and throws the ball to the wicket keeper and tries to run out the batsman (1).

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Cricket: Running Between the W...

Organisation<br />Organise a group as shown in the diagram. On the command &quot; Yes &quot; the batsman runs up and down the wicket. At the same time players in Team B throw and catch the ball to each other. As the batsman completes the 2nd run the next batsman sets off. Count the total number of catches made when the last better completes the final run. Teams change over and repeat, the winning team is the one with the most catches.<br /><br />Progression<br />Running singles or threes.<br />One handed catches.<br />Rebound catching.<br /><br />Equipment:<br /> 2 bats, 2 marked creases a pitch length apart. 1 ball (size and colour may be varied). Lines/cones for catching positions.

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Run move ball and run relay Gr...

The player at the front of the 2 players runs to the cone with the ball picks up the ball and then places it on the other cone. They then continue to run to the other side to tag the waiting player. Once tagged the next player runs to the middle and moves the ball back to the first cone and run to the other side. The drill continues in this way.

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Under arm flick vs batters Gro...

5-6 fielders and batsmen will be needed for this circuit. When the batting side is ready they must try and run to the other end before the fielding side have caught the ball behind the wickets. When the batting player (1) shouts <em>YES</em> the fielder (1) rolls the ball out to the next fielder (2) and then runs behind the stumps to back up. If the ball reaches the wickets before the batting players then those players have been run out. Fielder (2) then throws ball to the fielder behind the stumps and Fielder (2) goes to Fielder (1)'s old position on the cone. Fielder (1) throws the ball to fielder (2) before joining the back of the fielding queue and the drill starts again.

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Long Barrier pair defending Gr...

Two players per team, stood about 4-5 metres apart between two cones (the goal). Both teams must try to protect their goals by stopping the opposition from throwing the ball through their goal. Using only underarm throws players must try and score in their opponent's goal. A goal is awarded every time their opponent either drops the ball or fails to prevent it passing between their cones.

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Pick up on turn and throw to r...

The batsman calls 'yes' to start the drill and tries to run 2 lengths whilst the fielder (player 1) runs out to meet the stationary ball, picks it up and throw it back to the wicket keeper (thus trying to run out the batter). The coach decides which team has won and both players return to the back of their respective lines. Drill continues in this way.

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Under arm flick Ground fieldin...

The first player rolls the ball out to player 2 (in the opposite line) who runs to meet the ball and performs an under arm flick back to player 1. Player 1 runs with the ball into the middle and puts it down before joining the back of the other queue. As soon as this player has run to the back of this line the next player goes.

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Batter vs 2 handed pick up and...

The drill starts when the batsman calls <em>Yes</em>. At this point the batter must run with the bat in hand and try to complete two runs. However, the batter is racing against the fielders. Fielder 1 rolls the ball out to the player waiting in line who must then use a two handed pick up before returning the ball over the stumps to the wicket-keeper. After the ball is thrown player 1 joins the back of the queue and player 3 takes their place on the cone. After this the race can start again, this time repeated on the other side for the fielding team.

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Two Handed Interception and Th...

4 to 8 players per group. Player 1 rolls the ball out, while player two meets the ball and throws it to the passer who is now stood behind the stumps. Player 2 now runs to player 1's original starting place and repeats the drill with the next player in the line.

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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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Bullseye Throwing - Fielding A...

How's your arm? Give all your players the best answer around and see them fizz it back into the stumps!

Junior Fielding - Ground Fielding and the Long Barrier

Break the ice and get all your players involved - Refresh ground fielding skills with this simple to set up session!

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 batsmen working for every run!

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!

Junior Elements: Developing Throwing and Catching

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

Pre Season 5: Throwing accuracy under pressure

Fielding is quickly becoming an art in itself and players are being picked based on their fielding credentials. Develop your players throwing power and accuracy with an element of fitness in this intense 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.

Pre Season: Building up your players throwing arm

As fielding becomes a more important part of the game, having a strong arm is vital in a game that?s getting faster and more powerful each season. Improve your players all-round game to offer something not just with the bat or ball.

Junior Fielding - Ground Fielding and the Long Barrier

Break the ice and get all your players involved - Refresh ground fielding skills with this simple to set up session!

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!

Improving players' stump throwing accuracy

How accurate are your fielders? Find out with this throwing technique and accuracy session!

Improving players' stump throw...

If the batsmen wants to take a quick single then good luck to them after this session. Get direct hits every time!

Junior Catching and Throwing -...

Fun skills development session - working on improving your young cricketers catching and throwing consistency!
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is there any practice for throwing yorkers?

is there any practice for throwing yorkers?

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What should I coach at a beginners training session?

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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Batsman backing away. Are there any drills for getting him in line?

I have a batsman who has a habit of backing away to square leg when facing seamers. Are there any drills i can use for getting him in line?

darren jordan Coach, England

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

Plans for early year player : 6-9 year olds

Do you have plans for early year players ages 6-9 year old

Archived User Coach

how do i increase my bowling speed???

i want to be real quick, not like bhuvi...i want to be better than starc johnson

Archived User Coach

How to find drills, quick save and print

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Catching of under 10 boys

hi how to train a u10 boy to take reflex catches

syed zabiulla Coach, India

Cricket for 2 to 7 year olds

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

james Coach, England

Lesson plan for 5 year olds

Hi, can anyone help me with a basic plan for a first session with 5 to 7 year olds in throwing and catching?

james 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

Coaches Training Guide

I need some help putting together a coaches training guide for my teamincluding a intro, warming up exercises, training drills and cooling down

marlena sch Coach, Australia

non striker backing up

HiI want some drills to get new cricketers understanding about backing up as Non Striker and not standing watching.

Chris Coach, England

Drill for throwing while running

What would be a suitable drill that works on throwing the ball while running, I could do

vf Coach, England

catching

how to catch the ball

Kavadi Sandhya Coach, United Kingdom

how to conduct the drill

how to conduct the drill

Surendra J Coach, India

How do I get the kids to throw...

How do I get the kids to throw the ball in and not run in the ball when fielding?

M Regan Coach, Australia
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