Lesson 2 - Pull Shot and Bowling Accuracy
Skill Integration & Mastery
•Year 5
•Cricket
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How can I use different batting techniques to score runs effectively and bowl with accuracy?
Learning Objectives
- To develop the pull shot technique for short deliveries on the leg side
- To bowl with accuracy using proper grip and straight arm action
- To demonstrate game awareness when fielding and running between wickets
Key Outcomes
- Students will execute pull shots with correct footwork and timing
- Students will bowl with improved accuracy using straight arm technique
- Students will make tactical decisions about when to run between wickets
Equipment & Resources Required
Check bat sizes appropriate for Year 5 students
Alternative: Rounders bats, tennis racquets for modified play
Use softer balls for safety in school environment
Alternative: Tennis balls, incredi-balls for safety
Ensure stumps are stable and safe height
Alternative: Cones, skittles for wicket markers
Use for field boundaries and activity markers
Alternative: Markers, chalk lines for boundaries
For marking creases and boundaries clearly
Alternative: Tape, rope for marking creases
Key Vocabulary
A batting shot played to a short ball, hitting across the body to the leg side
The line behind which the bowler must deliver the ball and batsmen must stay to avoid being run out
The side of the cricket field behind the batsman's legs when in their normal stance
Bowling technique where the arm remains straight throughout the delivery action
The upward movement of the bat before playing a shot
Skill Progression Pathway
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Prior Learning
- Basic batting stance and grip
- Simple bowling action
- Understanding of cricket scoring
Current Skills
- Pull shot technique for short deliveries
- Bowling accuracy with straight arm action
- Game awareness and communication
Next Steps
- Advanced batting shots (cut, drive)
- Bowling variations (pace, length)
- Complex fielding strategies
Milestone Indicators
Key Teaching Points
- Pull shot requires back foot movement back and across the wicket
- High backlift is essential for power in pull shot execution
- Bowling accuracy comes from straight arm action and looking at target
- Clear communication is vital when running between wickets
- All batsmen must run together in diamond cricket format
- Fielders should return ball to wicketkeeper best positioned for run out
- Self-reflection and peer recognition are as important as skill development
Common Misconceptions
- Pull shots can be played to any ball - correct only for short balls on leg side
- Bowling faster always means bowling better - accuracy is more important than pace
- Individual running is acceptable - in cricket, running decisions affect both batsmen
- Only hitting boundaries scores runs - good running between wickets scores consistently
- Physical skill is most important - tactical understanding and teamwork equally valuable
SEN Adaptations
ADHD
- Shorter station times if needed, clear boundaries and expectations, regular positive feedback
dyspraxia
- Larger, softer balls for easier handling, simplified technique focus, extra practice time
autism spectrum
- Clear visual station layouts, predictable rotation system, quiet zones available if overwhelmed
visual impairment
- Use brightly coloured balls, provide audio cues for ball position, assign sighted partner for guidance
hearing impairment
- Visual hand signals for running calls, clear demonstration of all techniques, written instruction cards
physical disability
- Seated batting position if needed, modified bowling distance, adapted running routes
Cross-Curricular Links
Maths
Calculating runs and scoring systems, measuring distances for field placement, timing rotations
Science
Forces and motion in ball trajectory, physics of bat and ball contact, body mechanics in bowling
Geography
Understanding compass directions (North, East, South, West) for diamond cricket layout
PSHE
Teamwork and cooperation, supporting others, dealing with success and disappointment in games
Teacher Guidance
Positioning
Central position with clear sight lines to all three skill stations during rotations
Observation Focus
Watch for correct pull shot footwork, straight arm bowling action, and clear communication during running
Intervention Points
Step in immediately if unsafe batting or bowling, provide technique correction during practice phases
Demonstration Notes
Always demonstrate techniques slowly first, then at normal speed. Use students as positive examples when possible.
Verbal Cues
- •'Back foot back and across!'
- •'Straight arm at 12 o'clock!'
- •'Call clearly - Yes, No, or Wait!'
Safety Considerations
Space & Surface Requirements
Space Requirements
Large outdoor space minimum 40m x 30m for multiple activities
Surface Check
Level grass or hard court surface, free from holes or debris
Equipment Safety
Safety Checks
- •Soft cricket balls only for safety in school environment
- •Check bat handles secure and appropriate size
- •Ensure stumps are stable and safe height for Year 5
- •Cones placed securely to prevent tripping
Risk Management
Key Risks
- •Ball strikes from cricket balls
- •Collisions during running between wickets
- •Bat swings in confined spaces
- •Tripping over equipment
Risk Mitigation
- •Use only soft balls appropriate for school cricket
- •Clear separation between batting and other activities
- •Designated safe zones for non-participants
- •Proper warm-up to prevent muscle strain
Supervision & Emergency Procedures
Supervision Points
- •Position to observe all three stations simultaneously
- •Special attention to batting station for safety
- •Monitor game for safe running and fielding
Emergency Procedures
Stop all activity immediately, assess injury, provide appropriate first aid, contact school office if required