Batting shots to outwit the fielders off a T
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can use a range of drive shots to hit the ball away from fielders.
Key learning points
- Move: stepping the front foot forward gets the body into position to hit a drive shot.
- Think: different batting strokes are needed to send the ball away from the fielding team.
- Think: constantly assessing the fielders positions will give you the opportunity to find gaps.
- Feel: hitting the ball between fielders to create scoring opportunities provides a sense of satisfaction.
- Connect: being silent while the batter is about to take their shot shows respect for others and etiquette.
Keywords
Front foot - the batter’s foot which is nearest to the bowler
Drive - a batting stroke played on the front foot
Tee - a device used to hold the ball in place to practice hitting off
Common misconception
Many pupils do not move their feet in response to the pitch of a ball, instead keeping their feet in the same place throughout. This leads to awkward and ineffective swings at the ball.
Using tees slows down the thought process so that footwork can be learned before facing a moving ball. Almost every shot requires some foot movement and the stance should allow for this by being on balls of feet and with knees slightly bent.
Teacher tip
Paper cups or larger plastic cups with some sand in the bootom make for good tees in the absence of real ones, although they don't last as long!
Equipment
tee cones, bucket of tennis balls, alternative balls of bigger sizes
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What does perseverance help us with?
Q2.Which type of throw suits short range accuracy?
Q3.What is ‘backing up’ a good example of in cricket?
Q4.Which would be a poor place to stand if backing up?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What does cricket etiquette expect the fielders to be when the batter takes a shot?
Q2.What does hitting almost every type of cricket shot require you to do first?
Q3.Which foot does a drive shot require you to move?
Q4.Where is the ideal place to hit the ball to help you to score runs?
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