The Introduction :-
Now that you know the player, and are equipped with an understanding of coaching methodology and the various skills, it is time to put it all into practice.
But, before your team takes the field, they and you should have a good knowledge of the Laws ot Cricket and the various terms used in the game.
And, unless you have a dedicated scorer, your players need to know how to score, and how to interpret the umpires' s•gna s.
This information or references / links to it can be found at the end of the manual.
In this section, we take a look at the coach's relationship with his captain, and basic strategies, tactics and field placements.
There is also detailed advice on how to run between wickets, and an introduction to preparing players mentally for the
challenges of the contest.
Law 17 The Preparation :-
A proper, agreed pre-match routine and preparation is essential to optimise performance.
This includes attention to diet and fluid intake on match eve and in the morning. Players should prepare their gear the night before, and the coach must be contactable in the event of changes to travel arrangements or cancellation due to weather.
The team should arrive an hour before play is scheduled for an unhurried preparation, starting with an assessment of the ground, pitch and weather, particu arly wind strength and direction.
After changing quickly, the players will warm up, then practise their ski s. Top-order
batsmen will receive throw-downs, and bowlers will bowl to the wicketkeeper. Slips fieldsmen will then be fed close catches while outfielders practise high
catches, intercepting and throwing to the wicketkeeper.
The toss should be effected as early as possible to give the teams a chance to fOCUS on the relevant game plan. Strategy formulated during the week will be reiterated and modif•ed for the prevailing ground, pitch and weather conditions. There should be a period of quiet before
play commences to allow individual players, particularly an opening batting pair, to prepare mentally. Alternatively, the wicketkeeper may practise fine skills. Carbohydrate intake and hydration will be maintained as appropriate throughout the day.
Other routines apply during play. If the team is batting, players should sit together, observing the fielding side and encouraging the pair at the wicket.
