Striking the ball at different angles and speeds
I can strike the ball at different angles and speeds to score runs in a game of cricket.
Striking the ball at different angles and speeds
I can strike the ball at different angles and speeds to score runs in a game of cricket.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Move: striking the ball at various angles and speeds, following through towards space will help us to score more runs.
- Move: stepping the front foot forward gets the body into position to hit a drive shot.
- Think: varying the angle and speed we strike the ball can help us to outwit our opponents to help us score more runs.
- Feel: taking responsibility when we make mistakes and striving to keep working hard shows great resilience.
- Connect: providing feedback helps others to improve their performances and demonstrates excellent encouragement.
Keywords
Strike - the act of hitting/making contact with the ball
Drive - a batting stroke played on the front foot
Angle - the direction and elevation when striking the ball
Common misconception
Pupils do not move their feet when striking the ball, leading to mistimed and awkward shots.
Almost every shot requires some foot movement and the players stance should allow for this by being on the balls of feet and with knees slightly bent. Practising footwork using a batting tee will make applying footwork to a moving ball easier.
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Equipment
4 cones between 2, 1 bat between 2, 1 batting tee between 2, 2 balls between 2, cricket stumps.
Content guidance
- Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
