Drives against pace
Activities
In this activity, players will face underarm throws and work on driving the ball straight back past the thrower.
In this activity, you will receive underarm throws and focus on playing controlled check swing cover drives.
n this activity, you will receive underarm throws and focus on playing cover drives while deciding whether to use a full swing or a check swing, based on the line and feel of each delivery.
In this activity, you will hit underarm throws straight back past the bowler using a full swing. Watch the activity video for a full explanation on how to complete the task.
In this activity, you will hit underarm throws straight back past the bowler using a check swing. Watch the activity video for a full explanation on how to complete the task.
In this activity, you will hit underarm throws straight back past the bowler, alternating between full swings and check swings. Watch the activity video for a full explanation on how to complete the task.
In this activity, you’ll work on hitting underarm throws straight down the ground using a traditional straight drive.
In this activity, you will face underarm throws and use the check swing to hit the ball through one of two straight zones.
In this competitive drill, the batter will receive underarm throws and attempt to hit the ball through one of two zones straight down the ground.
In this activity, you will drive underarm throws while keeping your feet completely still. The goal is to isolate your upper body movement, improve balance, and develop control through the hands and bat swing only. Watch the activity video for a full explanation on how to complete the task.
In this activity, you will receive underarm throws and focus on playing cover drives while deciding whether to use a full swing or a check swing, based on the line and feel of each delivery in a competition format.
In this activity, you will receive sidearm throws and execute full swing cover drives through the offside.
In this activity, you will receive sidearm throws and play controlled check swing cover drives through the offside
In this activity, the batter commits to an aggressive mindset, assuming every sidearm delivery will be full and ready to be attacked.
In this activity, the batter will work on covering the off stump when facing sidearm throws.
In this activity, you will receive sidearm throws and focus on driving the ball straight back past the bowler. The goal is to develop consistent timing, balance, and a repeatable swing when playing straight. Watch the activity video for a full explanation on how to complete the task.
In this challenge-based activity, you will set up a gap between mid on and straight midwicket, and aim to hit 10 on drives cleanly through that gap within 10 minutes. T
In this activity, the focus is on transferring your weight aggressively into the ball when playing front foot shots against sidearm throws.
In this activity, the batter responds to underarm throws by working through a sequence of footwork patterns: a full swing through cover, a check swing through extra cover, and a check swing with a follow-through straight.
In this activity, the batter will receive fully thrown sidearm deliveries and decide in real time whether to play a full swing or a check swing.
In this activity, you will receive sidearm throws and drive the ball while keeping your feet completely still. This drill helps isolate your upper body, promoting better timing, balance, and precision in your swing. Watch the activity video for a full explanation on how to complete the task.
In this activity, you will receive sidearm throws and alternate between two movement patterns: No feet and then footwork ball after ball.
In this activity, you will receive sidearm throws and focus on adjusting your footwork and swing based on the line of the ball. When driving wider deliveries, use a full swing. When playing at straighter balls, use a check swing. This helps develop efficient movement, timing, and shot selection. Watch the activity video for a full explanation on how to complete the task.