Research Project Presentation

Cricket

Presented by: Shianny Amaya, Edlyn Flores, Ruth Alvarez PED 120: Physical Education for the Primary School Teacher Teacher Education Department, Corozal Junior College Mr. Luis Vivas June 14, 2024

INTRODUCTION

While cricket may not be a familiar sport to many of us in Belize, its global significance as the second most-watched game cannot be denied. In this presentation, we will discuss the rules, skills, and equipment needed for this game. We will also look at how it can be adapted to accommodate players (students) with disabilities. Lastly, we will discuss the potential for cricket in Belize and how it might be integrated into our sporting culture.

RULES AND EQUIPMENT

• Team: Two teams, each consisting of eleven players.

• Equipment :

Bat : Wooden, used by the batsmen to hit the ball. Ball: Hard leather, used by the bowlers to dismisses batsmen. Wickets: Each wicket has three stumps

• Field: Circular or oval-shaped field with a 22-yard-long rectangular pitch at the center.

- The batting team scores runs by hitting the ball and running between the wickets or hitting it to the boundary. - The bowling/fielding team aims to dismiss batsmen through various methods (bowled, caught, run out, etc.) - Four runs are scored if the ball hits the ground and reaches the boundary. - Six runs are scored if the ball crosses the boundary without touching the ground. Objective: - Batting team: Score as many runs as possible. - Bowling/fielding team: Restricts runs and dismiss the batsmen.

Gameplay/ Rules:

Skill Required for Infant Division:

Skills that need to be developed: rolling, galloping, skipping and sliding.

Activity 2- Zigzag Cricket Gallop:

• Put cones or markers in a zigzag pattern across the play area.
• Put wickets (or soft cones) randomly in the play area.
• Tell the kids to side-step run (gallop) from one end of the play area to the other, avoiding the wickets and following the zigzag pattern.
• When they get to each wicket, they should practice a wicket skill by touch the wicket or pretend to catch a ball.
• When they get to the end, they turn around and gallop back to the start.

Activity 1- Rolling Relay:

• Separate the kids into teams of 3-4 players.
• Put a soft foam ball at the starting line, and mark the finish line as the "goal."
• Have each team line up behind the start line.
• When you say go, the first player from each team rolls the ball between their legs to the next teammate, who is waiting at the halfway point.
• The second player rolls the ball to the third player, and so on, until the last player rolls the ball over the goal line.

Skill development in middle division

Activity 1. "Bullseye Baller" Step 1. Set up targets (e.g. cones, stumps) at various distances and angles around the field. Step 2. Students take turns fielding balls and aiming to hit the targets with their throws. Objective: Improve fielding accuracy and throwing precision. Equipment: Cricket balls, cones, stumps.

Skills to develop:

1. Catching2. Accurate throwing 3. Bowling precision 4. Consistent batting 5. Running between wickets

Activity 2. "Pitchers" Step 1. Mark zones on the pitch (e.g. with chalk or tape) to indicate the length and lines for deliveries. Step2. Students practice bowling lenght and aim to hit the target areas. Objective: Develop control over bowling lenght and line, improving accuracy and consistency. Equipment: Cricket balls, stumps, markets for zone.

SKILLS REQUIRED FOR UPPER DIVISION

Activities to enhance these skills for an upper division :

The required skills are: 1. Throwing and catching accuracy 2. Hand-eye coordination 3. Teamwork and Communication

Monster Ball

Playing Catch & Ping Pong

Relay Races and Group Juggling

Modification

Cricket can be played by primary school students without it being a sports locally played. With appropriate modification it is possible for students to enjoy and participate in this sport.

Cricket bat can be replaced with regular bat.

The field can be substituted by a regular field in the school compound.

Wickets can be handmade with sticks.

ACCOMODATION FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES:

Adapted equipment: by using softer or larger gloves and lighter bats, we can make the game more accessible for students with physical limitations. We can also use bigger or softer balls for those who have trouble seeing or catching. Extra Assistance: provide additional support or assistance to students who may have difficulty performing certain skills or tasks. We can do this by perhaps using pictures or drawings to show how to play cricket. Modified Rules: by modify the rules of the game to make it more inclusive and accessible for all students. For example, we could reduce the number of players on each team or shorten the length of the game to make it more manageable for students with physical or cognitive disabilities.

CONCLUSION

Cricket can be a valuable addition to the sports curriculum in Belize. Its emphasis on teamwork, strategy, and physical skills make it a comprehensive sport for students. By adapting the equipment and rules to suit local conditions and needs of all students, cricket can be made accessible and enjoyable. Also, it will help the students to be physically active, develop their skills, and put them to critically think, making it a beneficial and engaging sport for young learners.

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references:

Monster ball: is a chaotic game that is a lot of fun and gives children plenty of opportunities to practice throwing. It is generally played on a basketball or netball court. The children are divided into two teams. They are each given a basket of balls of different sizes and weights. A very large “monster ball” is place in the center of the court. The goal of the game is to throw balls at the monster ball, forcing it to move towards the other team’s side of the court. If the ball goes out of bounds while on the other team’s side of the court, your team gets a point. The smaller balls can be retrieved by players at any time, but players cannot block shots at the monster ball and cannot touch the monster ball.

Playing Catch: A simple yet effective way to improve hand-eye coordination is by playing catch with a ball of varying sizes and weights. Pin-Pong: is a fast-paced activity that requires quick reflexes. This helps in timing and precision as you try to catch the ball after it bounces back.

Relay Races: Encourages teamwork and understanding roles. Group juggling: Group juggling increases communication, challenges out-of-the-box thinking and works on problem-solving skills. This great activity opens the conversation around communication and conflict.