BATTING Regularly demonstrates a position at release that allows them to be balanced, aligned and ready to move to different types of delivery against pace and spin Regularly demonstrates the ability to identify length and execute appropriate movements on the front and backfoot, to create run scoring opportunities against pace and spin. Regularly demonstrates the ability to effectively use their hands to add, use and remove pace Demonstrates the ability to run positively between the wickets Regularly demonstrates the ability to identify gaps and space. Has clear single and boundary options against pace and spin Developing the ability to adapt their approach to run scoring and execute effective options resulting in match influencing performances PACE BOWLING Consistently demonstrates a bowling action that works in a straight line towards their target facilitating pace and accuracy Regularly demonstrates the adaptability to generate lateral movement in the air and/or of the surface Regularly demonstrates the adaptability to execute an appropriate wicket taking length Regularly demonstrates the ability to accurately execute yorkers and bouncers Developing an understanding of effective deliveries to bowl based on the game situation, role, surface, the conditions and the batter’s approach Regularly demonstrates an awareness and understanding of appropriate fields; developing how they are influenced by the deliveries they are bowling and how they can influence the batter’s approach Demonstrates a desire to bowl fast and take wickets FIELDING Regularly demonstrates the ability to attack first and defend second every ball as well as understanding the requirements of their role whilst fielding in a variety of positions. Regularly demonstrates the desire to be ready and anticipate where the ball could go. Take the most direct line to intercept and pick-up the ball, with appropriate footwork and throwing technique to create run out opportunities Regularly demonstrates an effective throwing technique allowing them to throw at pace towards the target from a variety of locations on the field Regularly demonstrates the technique required to catch the ball from different heights and in various locations on the field Regularly demonstrates the confidence to dive and roll safely and the desire to keep the ball in play at all costs SPIN BOWLING Regularly demonstrates a bowling action that works towards the target facilitating spin and accuracy when bowling with intent and energy Regularly demonstrates the adaptability to execute an appropriate wicket taking length Regularly demonstrates the ability to adapt their pace to remain threatening in all conditions Regularly demonstrates the ability to deceive batters in the air and off the pitch with their stock ball and developing variations to do the same Developing an understanding of effective deliveries to bowl based on the game situation, their role, the surface, the conditions and the batter’s approach Regularly demonstrates the ability to deceive batters in the air and off the pitch with their stock ball and variations Demonstrates a desire to spin the ball hard and take wickets WICKETKEEPING Regularly demonstrates the ability to convert a high percentage of wicket taking chances when standing up and standing back Regularly demonstrates a strong and repeatable posture and appropriate movements to manage different types of deliveries when standing up and standing back Regularly demonstrates a position to catch throws and get the ball to the stumps as fast as possible to create run out opportunities Developing the ability to positively impact the game by providing relevant information to fielders, bowlers and captains and creating intensity in the field Demonstrates the courage to stand up to the stumps and positively impacts the game by identifying when it is appropriate to do so
