Catching Drill designed to test individual fielding reactions
Player stands in the circle with 3-8 players around. The players on the outside take turns throwing the ball into the circle for the player to catch. The players on the outside need to make sure the middle player is being worked and is using his feet to get to the ball. If he dives he has to react sharply to get up and get the next catch
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.