Target Cricket
Target Cricket
How to play Number of players – can be played in teams, pairs or individually. • The sliding fielders are positioned by the fielding player or team to prevent the batter from scoring. • Batters score by hitting the ball in between the sliding fielders where the numbered targets are. • Scoring. The batter hits: • the white part of the fielder, there is no score; • the red part of the fielder, the batter loses 5 runs; • the target, or area of the target, the batter scores the numbered runs for that gap. Once a score has been achieved from one gap, the target is reversed and no score can be gained from that position again. After a batter’s innings the targets are re-positioned again.
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• The bowler releases the ball down the launcher, which must point straight down the table. • One, two or three overs per game for each batter, according to the rules. • Batter pushes or guides the ball towards the targets in the space, rather than hitting. • Target cricket can be played by teams of mixed ability, but is particularly suitable for young people who have learning disabilities.
How to improve • When the ball leaves the launcher, players should watch to see where it is going to cross the crease. • Batter must play the ball by stroking it with the middle of the bat after it has crossed the crease. • A pushing technique is better than a ‘big swing’ at the ball. • When standing players are batting, they must remember to keep the bat at an angle to the table (at least 45 degrees).
Equipment • The full size version of the game is played on a table tennis table, but any suitable flat table top can be used. • The Table Cricket equipment from the TOP Sportsability programme or from other suppliers should be used. • A table-wide crease is marked by white tape 30 cm from the batter’s table edge. • The movable fielders’ positions should be arranged in the positions illustrated. • The targets are placed in the gaps in between the sliding fielders – see the illustration. • The next batter replaces the reversed targets to the correct positions before their innings.
Other information • To find out more about Target Cricket, telephone the England and Wales Cricket Board on 020 7432 1054.
Acquiring and developing skills • • • • •
Stopping the ball before striking. Striking the ball with the bat. Playing different shots (backhand/forearm). Being alert and ready for their turn. Consistency of delivery of the ball.
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Selecting and applying skills and tactics • • • •
Striking the ball first time. Applying different shots to a game situation. Developing a new scoring system. Saying which target is easiest/hardest to hit and why.
Evaluating and improving performance • Develop an individual practice to improve an aspect of their game. • Evaluate the play of a teammate.
Knowledge and understanding of fitness and health • Describe the importance of warming up prior to playing the game. • Explain other games similar to Target Cricket and where to play them.
© 2018 Crispin Andrews
How to play Number of players – can be played in teams, pairs or individually. • The sliding fielders are positioned by the fielding player or team to prevent the batter from scoring. • Batters score by hitting the ball in between the sliding fielders where the numbered targets are. • Scoring. The batter hits: • the white part of the fielder, there is no score; • the red part of the fielder, the batter loses 5 runs; • the target, or area of the target, the batter scores the numbered runs for that gap. Once a score has been achieved from one gap, the target is reversed and no score can be gained from that position again. After a batter’s innings the targets are re-positioned again.
© 2018 Crispin Andrews
• The bowler releases the ball down the launcher, which must point straight down the table. • One, two or three overs per game for each batter, according to the rules. • Batter pushes or guides the ball towards the targets in the space, rather than hitting. • Target cricket can be played by teams of mixed ability, but is particularly suitable for young people who have learning disabilities.
How to improve • When the ball leaves the launcher, players should watch to see where it is going to cross the crease. • Batter must play the ball by stroking it with the middle of the bat after it has crossed the crease. • A pushing technique is better than a ‘big swing’ at the ball. • When standing players are batting, they must remember to keep the bat at an angle to the table (at least 45 degrees).
Equipment • The full size version of the game is played on a table tennis table, but any suitable flat table top can be used. • The Table Cricket equipment from the TOP Sportsability programme or from other suppliers should be used. • A table-wide crease is marked by white tape 30 cm from the batter’s table edge. • The movable fielders’ positions should be arranged in the positions illustrated. • The targets are placed in the gaps in between the sliding fielders – see the illustration. • The next batter replaces the reversed targets to the correct positions before their innings.
Other information • To find out more about Target Cricket, telephone the England and Wales Cricket Board on 020 7432 1054.
Acquiring and developing skills • • • • •
Stopping the ball before striking. Striking the ball with the bat. Playing different shots (backhand/forearm). Being alert and ready for their turn. Consistency of delivery of the ball.
© 2018 Crispin Andrews
Selecting and applying skills and tactics • • • •
Striking the ball first time. Applying different shots to a game situation. Developing a new scoring system. Saying which target is easiest/hardest to hit and why.
Evaluating and improving performance • Develop an individual practice to improve an aspect of their game. • Evaluate the play of a teammate.
Knowledge and understanding of fitness and health • Describe the importance of warming up prior to playing the game. • Explain other games similar to Target Cricket and where to play them.
© 2018 Crispin Andrews
