Activity
Underarm Throwing
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Cricket
Technique: Throwing
Class: Class 4
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Cricket
Technique: Throwing
Class: Class 5
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Cricket
Technique: Throwing
Class: Class 6
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Cricket
Technique: Throwing
Class: Class 7
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Cricket
Technique: Throwing
Class: Class 8
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Cricket
Technique: Throwing
Class: Class 9
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Cricket
Technique: Throwing
Class: Class 10
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Cricket
Technique: Throwing
Class: Class 11
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Cricket
Technique: Throwing
Class: Class 12
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Cricket
Technique: Throwing
Underarm Throwing
Learning Outcomes
Develop the ability to throw underarm with accuracy and control.
Understand the situations where an underarm throw might be useful in a game.
Improve hand-eye coordination and the ability to change throwing style based on game needs.
Description Of Activity
Players practice underarm throwing by focusing on technique and accuracy.
The coach will demonstrate the underarm throw, emphasizing the importance of keeping the ball close to the ground and releasing it with a flick of the wrist.
Players will work on their accuracy, aiming for cones or other markers.
Variations
Set up short-distance targets and ask players to throw underarm to hit them.
Introduce a timed challenge where players must throw underarm to hit a target as quickly as possible.
Coaching Tips
Encourage players to keep their elbow close to their body to generate more control.
Emphasize the need for a consistent flick at the wrist to guide the ball.
Remind players that underarm throws are often used for short distances, especially in run-out situations.
Equipment/Material Required
Cricket balls.
Cones for target practice.
Markers for distance.