Calling all batsmen.
Do you want to learn new batting skills or improve your technique and stroke play?
We can help with that. After all, that’s what we’re passionate about.
Calling all batsmen.
Do you want to learn new batting skills or improve your technique and stroke play?
We can help with that. After all, that’s what we’re passionate about.
BUY this batting course for step-by-step visuals, in-depth explanations on how to play each shot, key tips and technical advice.
After each segment, there’s also a batting masterclass.
Keep loving the game. We do.
Please note: This course must be bought by individuals 18 or older, or under supervision by a parent or guardian.
In this lecture the students will understand a brief history of coach Allan, all his achievements in his cricketing career and how he hopes to help you make your dreams come true through this batting course.
In this lecture the students will understand a brief history of coach Jordan, all his achievements in his cricketing career so far and how he hopes to help you make your dreams come true through this batting course.
In this lecture the students can expect to learn how to correctly position their body when getting ready to face each ball and how to correctly place their feet shoulder width apart to make the batting stance effective
In this lecture the student can expect to learn how to correctly stand with a bend in the knees to help the batsman form a spring in their stance to be able to go forward or back when playing a cricket shot and to help them with balance.
In this lecture the student will learn and will hopefully understand how to hold the cricket bat correctly.
The student will learn how to place their hands by their hip correctly to get the most out of their batting stance for more load and power.
The student will learn how to correctly point their front elbow to help them with direction, keeping their shape and maintaining the figure of 9.
In this lecture you will learn the importance of tucking your head into your shoulder to keep your body upright and to avoid from falling over when playing a cricket shot.
In this masterclass lecture we take you through everything you need to know about the set up and we go in an in depth detailed discussion in this lecture.
You will learn in this lecture how to move your head to the ball first as your head is heaviest part of your body and it is very important when transferring your weight.
In this lecture you will learn how to dip your front shoulder into the ball to transfer weight into the shot and keeping the ball on the ground.
You will learn in this lecture the importance of stepping to the line of the ball to get your body in a good position setting you up to perform the stroke.
It is important in this lecture to understand that your hands are important when it comes to timing the ball therefore this lecture talks about the hands coming through simultaneously to achieve the best timing possible of the cricket ball.
Bringing the bat down in a straight line is crucial in playing the ball straight with the full face of the blade to avoid any leading edges or snicks to the fielders.
Bending the front leg is very important when trying to transfer your body weight and power into the shot for the best timing and power possible for the best outcome.
In this lecture we bring to you the front foot masterclass and we tell you everything that you need to know to play this shot correctly and without any hesitation.
It is important in this lecture to understand how to correctly move your back foot back to set up your body weight on the back foot to get into a strong position to play all back foot shots.
As the back foot moves back it is important that your hands load up as a spring so that you build up kinetic energy in your bat so that you can exert maximum output when you swing your bat down.
After moving your back foot it is important that your front foot makes contact with your back foot to help you stabilize your body and to help you with balance.
You will learn how to get your head and shoulder over the ball to transfer weight into the shot.
In this lecture you will understand how to play the ball under your eyes and to play late so that you are able to make a good decision when playing a stroke.
You will learn in this lecture how to move your head to the ball first as your head is heaviest part of your body and it is very important when transferring your weight.
In this lecture we will show you the sweep shot masterclass and share very important key tips to improve your sweep shot.
Bringing the bat down in a straight line is crucial in playing the ball straight with the full face of the blade to avoid any leading edges or snicks to the fielders.
Bending the front leg is very important when trying to transfer your body weight and power into the shot for the best timing and power possible for the best outcome.
We take you through everything you need to know about the square drive and how to play the square drive.
The follow through is very important when playing cricket shots as it allows you to generate a lot of power through the shot for maximum out put.
In this Straight drive Masterclass we teach you all you need to know about the straight drive, and we go in depth to discuss this shot and you do not want to miss out.
The bat lift is very important to generate power and load.
It is very important to move your front foot with the back foot to help with balance and stability.
In this lecture we take everything that we have learnt in this lecture so far and we put it all together in one shot.
We cover everything that you need to know about the cover drive and in depth detailed discussions.
It is very important in this shot to at the point of impact roll your wrists to control the ball so that you are able to play the ball on the ground.
In this lecture we show you the 4 ways to play the flick shot like a pro.
We show you step by step how to play the flick shot like a pro so stay tuned and we hope you enjoy this lecture.
In this specific shot you need good timing and a perfect bat angle to hit the ball with a full face of the blade.
It is important to get into a lunge position to be able to get into a strong position and to be balanced at the batting crease to execute the shot.
The bat comes from a high to a low position to generate power through the shot.
It is very important to play the sweep shot on the ground to avoid playing the ball in the air or getting a leading edge that is why it is important to roll your wrists to keep control over the ball.
It is very important that you play the ball under the eyes and play the ball as late as possible.
We yet again take you through another masterclass and we certainly hope that you enjoy this one make sure that you get your thinking caps out and enjoy.
In this lecture its important to understand that you need to transfer all your body weight towards point to hit the ball to desired area.
Rotating your shoulders square allows you to rotate your body to load yourself and transfer all your weight into the shot.
At the point of impact roll your wrist to keep the ball down on the ground.
In this square cut masterclass we share very important tips and key things to help you improve your square cut.
In the late square cut the back foot moves towards 3rd man or 1st slip to allow the batsman to access the ball and play it much later than a normal square cut.
The bat still comes from a high to a low position always looking to be positive in the shot.
With the late square cut it is very important that you are patient and that you wait for the ball to come to you so that you are not rushed to play the shot and to play the ball under your eyes.
It is very important that you play the ball with soft hands so that you can use the pace of the delivery to score runs.
It is the late square cut masterclass and it is all about the late square cut so make sure that you join us in this lecture as we are going through everything that you need to know.
The back foot steps back to get into a strong position to play the mid wicket pull.
In this shot it is crucial that the you have a high bat lift so that you are able to generate loads of power into the shot as it is an attacking shot.
As always guys it is very important to keep your head still as it helps you have a solid and still base which is crucial to play the mid wicket pull as it is easy to loose our shape.
When it comes to the bat path and how the bat comes through it can definitely affect the outcome of the shot, if the bat is at a diagonal position the bat is facing upwards which means you will hit the ball in the air, if the bat angle is horizontal you have more control over the shot and you are more than likely to hit the ball on the ground.
The pivot helps to transfer that extra bit of weight and power into the stroke and can help you not to loose your balance.
To follow through all the way just finishes the shot off and completes the action by allowing for maximum power and transferal of weight.
The hook shot is very similar to the mid wicket pull but it is how the shot is played and where the shot is played that makes the difference between the hook and the mid wicket pull.
The hook shot is played between chest and head height where as the mid wicket pull is played between stomach and chest height.
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