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Catching the high ball Skills ...

in pairs lob throwing the ball at each other for the other player to practice catch the high ball.

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Catching the ball above waist ...

In pairs

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Catching the high ball relay T...

In groups of 4 with one ball. One player throws the ball up for the front player in the line to come forward and catch the high ball. After catching the ball the player throws the ball back to the initial thrower and goes to the back of the line of players catching the ball.

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Taking a high ball Ground Fiel...

In 3’s, 2 feeders, worker sets up to catch over the shoulder and passes it back to the same feeder – change so that takes a catch and sends ball to opposite side. CP Set self first Thumbs up, Eye on the ball, Give with the elbows

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Running on to High Catch Throw...

Player 2 throws the ball straight-up and player 1 has to run in and catch it before returning the ball back to player 2. Player 1 continues to run around the cone before running back to receive another high feed from player 2. On catching the ball player 1 takes up 2s original position before the next person in the queue starts.

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Catching a High Ball Throwing ...

Set Up: Groups of 3 players. with 2 balls Player A and B 10-15m apart and player C stands in the centre between 2 cones. <hr /> The Drill: Player A throws a high ball to the cone opposite them. Player C moves towards the ball, sets themself, catches the ball, and throws back to player A. Player C then turns and repeats the drill from fielder B. Player C to work for 30 seconds then rotate i.e A to C, C to B, and B to A.

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Barrier Catch (side view) Skil...

Approach the ball at speed and as you get into line with the ball, twist your upper body, leading with the shoulder furthest from the ball. Bend both knees, so that the knee of the leg nearest to the ball touches the ground, but it is also next to the back of the heel of the other leg. With fingers down and head forward, pick up the ball and then stand back up ready to deliver an overarm throw.

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Bowling Rules - Rounders Drill...

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Collect, Turn and Throw Skills...

Players take it in turns to run out to the rolling ball, bend down, pick it up and then turn and throw it back to their partner. When picking up the ball players should aim to put their non-throwing side foot on the outside of the ball. A right-hander would place their left foot to the outside of the ball. They would then bend down, twist as they stand up and then throw back.

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Throwing technique stage 3 Ski...

In 2’s or 3’s balls on 3 cones – approach ball – pick up – check elbow and follow through

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Corners - Roll and Throw Groun...

If the ball is going diagonally it must be thrown underarm. If the ball is being thrown along one of the edges it must be rolled (flat or bobble feed). Players can choose where they throw the ball - they can either roll it square along the floor or they can throw the ball diagonally in the air.

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Round the clock Throwing & Cat...

5 players 4 balls. Player in the middle receives the ball from one of the players and returns it then turns to the next player and repeats this 3 times round all 4 players.

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Advanced catch ball rotation T...

The 2nd player in the line throws a high ball over the head of the 1st player, for them to run onto and catch close to the bowling square. Once they have caught the ball they should turn and throw to the fielding player at the 4th post. The 4th post player then throws the ball to the new 2nd player in the line who then repeats the exercise.

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Netball rounders - Throw throu...

Set up a pitch using cones that is roughly the same size as a netball court (30m x 15m) and divide your players into two equal teams.Players <span style=&quot;text-decoration: underline;&quot;>can run in all areas of the pitch but they are not allowed to run with the ball.Players must try to get the ball to a player in the shooting circle for them to score a point.

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Catching into the body Skills ...

in pairs throwing the ball straight at each other.

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Colours Square Throwing & Catc...

Set up in groups of 4. The worker (A) stands inside a 3x3m box. Each corner has a different colour cone. Other players include a feeder (player B), one post player (player D), and one runner (player C). The drill: The aim is to for player A to take a catch on the move, and produce a quick accurate throw to the post. Player D is in charge of the drill and they call out a colour of the cones. Player A uses quick feet to get around that cone. Player B can feed the ball at any point after the colour has been called. Player C can run to the post as soon as the ball has been fed. Player A completes the catch and throws the ball to player D to try and run out player C.

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Bounce pass reaction catch

Players work in pairs for this exercise, with one ball between two. Players take it in turns to bounce pass the ball at each other for the other player to react to and catch, either one or two handed.

Throwing & Catching

Bowling at a left hander

When a right hander bowls towards a left hander it is important that the bowler moves to the edge of the bowling square.

Bowling

Catching to the side

in Pairs players throwing the ball to the outside of each other. Making the player catch the ball to the side of the body.

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Long Barrier

In pairs rolling the ball across the ground to each other. Players should use the barrier to gather the ball.

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Overhead throw

Player work in pairs, throwing the ball to each other.

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Knees bent, ball released inside the square and shoulders and hip in line. Look for a good pendulum motion when bowling. The ball should reach the recipient between knee and the top of their head height, otherwise it will be classed as a no ball.

Bowling

Two step Bowl

Knees bent, ball released inside the square and shoulders and hip in line. Look for a good pendulum motion when bowling. The ball should reach the recipient between knee and the top of their head height, otherwise it will be classed as a no ball.

Bowling

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Advanced Catching - Bobblers a...

Can your players catch high balls and difficult bobblers? To improve their hand-eye coordination this week we give them some extra catching practice!

Understanding The Game Of Rounders

Build your team spirit and create a little competitive edge with these fun small-sided games! Having a good laugh with your teammates will go a long way to create great results!

Bowling/Post Play - Fielding Focus Session

There's more to rounders than just batting. Get your players enthused about bowling and fielding around the posts in this action packed session.

Focus On Specialist Fielding Positions - Back Stop

Develop a team that loves fielding! Produce the sharpest backstop around to really lump the pressure on the batter when they?re struggling to make first.

Developing Dynamic Fielders

Change your players preconceptions and get them excited about fielding with this week's fast paced session - developing catching, hand-eye coordination and throwing skills

Under Pressure Catching and Throwing

Your mission, if you wish to accept it, is to improve your players' catching under pressure. Skills covered in this session include catching on the run and throwing accuracy

Batting - Footwork and Hitting for Direction

Teach your athletes to bat with confidence - Turning their body to meet the ball, aiming for pockets of space and following through on their shots!

Speed play - Collect, Turn and Throw!

This week we're upping the speed of play - challenging your fielders to chase the ball down and return it to the posts as quickly as possible!

Backing up in the field - Avoid Fielding fumbles!

No more butterfingers! Don't leave it to chance - get your players to cover their team-mate's back and avoid gifting the other team easy runs through fielding fumbles!

Catching consistency! Skills and Games

Help your fielders to react quicker and catch some of the tougher balls that are hit/thrown in their direction with this week's fielding skills session!

Boost your bowlers - Better Bowling Session

Do your players keep bowling no balls? Cut out bad ball bowling with this week's bowling technique session. Try it with your team today!

Learning to Play the Game - Game Based Session

Cut to the chase with this game-based session! Get your players' blood pumping with a dynamic fielding warm-up and then leap straight into a full pitch game!

Overarm Throwing - Distance and Accuracy Session!

Put more power in your throws! From warm up to final game (with a twist) this session aims to get your players throwing and fielding with greater accuracy!

Better Batting - Technique and Control

Get the batting technique nailed down with fun practices to improve control and performance when you?re at the stand.

Improving Throwing - Speed Fielding

Help your players throw over distance, work on their underarm bowling technique and consistently and confidently catch with both hands!

Fielding Fitness - Speed and Agility in the Field!

Not all fitness sessions have to be painful! Improve your players' fielding skills, working on their speed and agility in the field with this fielding-related fitness skills session!
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How do I create an animated rounders session?

Trevor Meader Coach, England

Bowling in rounders asking for...

What does tragectory mean in rounders bowling?

Matthew Aksunger Coach, England

Any cool down activities? | Sp...

cool down activities that summarise a rounder's game either for bowling or bating

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What are the teaching points o...

What are the teaching points of reverse batting in rounders

John Smith Coach, England

What's the perfect stance when...

in rounders what is the perfect stance?

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What happens if you step out o...

What happens if you step out of the box when batting in rounders? Is the batter out or is it a no ball?

Jenny Mcall Coach, England

Activites to improve a backwar...

how do you improve a backwards hit please help

josh Coach, England

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When is a ball - a No Ball?

John Nurse Coach, England

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