The session plan
Allow 4 minutes for the introduction, 7 minutes across water and transitions, and 3 minutes for review. Run activities sequentially or organise supervised rotations. The bowling allocation includes explanation and rest; actual deliveries must remain within applicable workload limits.
| Activity | Minutes | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Traffic-light movement | 6 | Gradually increase movement while practising a clear stop signal. |
| Target-zone bowling | 10 | Land the ball in a broad target area using a repeatable, comfortable action. |
| Call-and-run batting | 12 | Connect a controlled shot with a clear running decision. |
| Relay return | 10 | Use a relay player to return the ball accurately over a longer distance. |
| Two-run teamwork | 8 | Coordinate a first run, a turn and a decision about the second run. |
| Explanation, transitions, water & review | 14 | Keep this time in the plan; do not fill it with extra repetitions. |
| Total | 60 | Adjust to your group and conditions. |
Before players arrive
Read each linked drill, collect the equipment and check the activity area. Decide who supervises each station. Explain how players stop, wait and collect balls. Choose easier versions in advance for anyone who needs them.
What to look for
Choose one observation for each station, such as a ready receiver, a clean gather or an agreed running call. Ask players to describe what helped. If the group loses control or confidence, simplify the activity rather than pushing through the timetable.
After the session
Record which setup worked, any space or equipment problems and one next-step goal. Keep notes about the session rather than collecting unnecessary personal information about children. Repeat a useful drill next time under comparable conditions.