Activity
Quick Release
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
Quick Release
Learning Outcomes
Develop the ability to release the ball quickly and accurately while fielding.
Improve agility and reaction time when throwing after a stop or catch.
Increase the ability to throw effectively to stumps or a wicketkeeper.
Description Of Activity
Set up a series of fielding stations where players must field a ball, stop it, and throw it quickly to a designated target (e.g., stumps or a wicketkeeper).
Focus on getting the ball to the target as quickly as possible, practicing one-step or two-step throws.
Variations
Add pressure by timing each throw or making players complete the drill without errors.
Introduce a competitive element by setting up a relay race, where players must field and throw the ball as quickly as possible.
Coaching Tips
Stress the importance of quick footwork to get into position before throwing.
Encourage players to always focus on the target and keep the throw smooth and fast.
Teach players to "step and throw" rather than stepping and pausing.
Equipment/Material Required
Cricket balls.
Cones to mark fielding positions.
Stumps or wickets for target practice.