Encouraging junior batters to develop an off-side game. Only 1 fielder allowed in front of square on the off-side. An extra set of stumps is added as a 4/5/6 stump-line off-side target for the bowlers to try and hit. Try to pair-up left-handers (and move the extra set of stumps to their off-side channel). Everything bowled down leg-side is a no-ball + free hit. The off-side boundary (in front of square) can be 6/8 instead of 4/6.
Identify which deliveries we can play attacking shots to on the off-side.
Bowlers encouraged to bowl in 'the corridor' outside off - but explain why the field is not set for it.
The new Laws of Cricket are in force from 1 October 2026 and the 'bunny hop' boundary catch is gone. Here is how to coach your fielders to catch on the rope this winter.
The covers are on and the last tea has been served. What your club does between now and April decides how the next season starts. Here is a simple, honest winter plan for players, bowlers and juniors.
August is when seasons are decided, and most club games are lost chasing rather than setting. Give your batters a framework for the chase and you win the close ones.
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