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Straight Drive Batting Practice

Focused practice of cricket straight drive technique with footwork and timing

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About This Activity

Focused practice of cricket straight drive technique with footwork and timing

Quick Info

moderate
18
30m x 20m minimum for multiple groups

Equipment Required

Cricket Bats

6-10 (size 5-6 for Year 6)

Tennis Balls

10-15

Target cones

12-20

Cricket Equipment

As needed

Dish Cones

As needed

Suitable For

Year 6

Suitable Sports

Cricket

Activity Tags

Equipment

Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required

Competition

Non-Competitive

Space

Large Space
Outdoor

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Features

Progressive
Engaging
Challenging

Skills

Timing
Batting
Coordination
Footwork

Values

Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Respect

Activity Type

Skill Drill

Teaching Focus

Direct Instruction
Skill Progression

Weather

All Weather