Fundamental Batting Certificate
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Coaching Sheet 2: How to Grip a Bat and Take Your Stance
The grip principles are the same for right and left-handers.
For a right-hander the left hand should be at the top of the handle - vice versa for a left-hander.
Check both your hands are fairly close together on the bat, towards the top of the handle.
Form a "V" by pointing your thumb and forefinger of your bottom hand down between outside edge and centre of back of bat.
The top hand rests comfortably on the inside of the front thigh (left thigh for a right hander).
The back of the top hand should face towards extra cover.
The stance is the "ready" position when the batsman is about to face a delivery.
It is the base to play all your shots, so remember to be comfortable and relaxed.
Points to remember:
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The feet should be approximately a foot length apart either side or on the popping crease
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The weight of the batsman should be evenly distributed on the balls of their feet, with the knees slightly bent. This means they can transfer quickly to either their front or back foot depending on the length of the ball
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The batsman should be side on when the bowler is about to deliver
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Some batsmen prefer to open their stance to help them see the ball clearer
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The eyes should be level over the toes and head should be above the front foot
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