Activity

Catching and Throwing to Stumps (Direct Hits)

Class: Class 3
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Cricket
Technique: Catching

Class: Class 4
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Cricket
Technique: Catching

Class: Class 5
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Cricket
Technique: Catching

Class: Class 6
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Cricket
Technique: Catching

Class: Class 7
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Cricket
Technique: Catching

Class: Class 8
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Cricket
Technique: Catching

Class: Class 9
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Cricket
Technique: Catching

Class: Class 10
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Cricket
Technique: Catching

Class: Class 11
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Cricket
Technique: Catching

Class: Class 12
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Cricket
Technique: Catching

Catching and Throwing to Stumps (Direct Hits)

Learning Outcomes

Improve catching accuracy and throwing to stumps after a catch.
Enhance fielding coordination.

Description Of Activity

Players catch balls and immediately throw to stumps, aiming for direct hits.
Create scenarios where the player must first catch a ball and then throw it directly to a set of stumps at a short distance.

Variations

Start with underarm throws to stumps and move to overarm throws.
Increase the distance between the fielder and the stumps.

Coaching Tips

Focus on quick release after catching the ball.
Stress on accuracy and hitting the stumps.

Equipment/Material Required

Cricket balls.
Stumps.
Cones.