Please note that I am no longer involved with cricket development as I have switched sports codes. I now assist with the coaching and development of kids in athletics at Itheko Sports Athletics Club.
I am contactable at kidsathletics@itheko.org and for an excellent visual tour you can also visit our Kids Athletics blog site at www.kidzathletics.blogspot.com
Friday, October 19, 2012
Tuesday, August 9, 2011
Some cricketing terms:
Nelson
“Nelson” reveals much about the English sea Lord and a town in Lancashire of the same name.
However, to English batsmen, Nelson means a score of 111 and is the unluckiest number in the game. The superstitious custom is to remove one or both feet from the ground until the score has moved on.
Why 111? The term was invented in the belief that Lord Nelson was unlucky enough to have had only one eye, one arm and one leg. Nelson wasn’t quite this unfortunate as he actually had two legs, but the cricket term has survived all attempts by historians to correct it.
Retired international cricket umpire David Shepherd kept one leg off the ground by hopping from one foot to the other when the scored reached "Nelson".
Doosra:
This bowling delivery is a variation of the off spinner, developed by the Pakistan test player Saqlain Mushtaq. Conventional off spin is imparted by the fingers of a right handed bowler with the palm facing the batsman, and spins from a right handed batsman’s off side to leg side.
The Doosra employs the same finger spin, but is delivered with the back of the hand facing the batsman and spins from leg to off. “Doosra” is from the Urdu or Hindi for “other” or “second”.
Run Out or Not?
The answer to the tricky question on run outs is that only one batsman can be “run out” at one time. The umpires must apply Law 29 to decide which batsman has to go.
However, in a match between England and the West Indies, a throw from Michael Holding of the West Indies hit one set of wickets before going on to break the other set. Both batsmen were out of their ground, but the umpires were too confused to dismiss either of them.
Source: http://www.cricket-for-parents.com/cricket-facts.html
“Nelson” reveals much about the English sea Lord and a town in Lancashire of the same name.
However, to English batsmen, Nelson means a score of 111 and is the unluckiest number in the game. The superstitious custom is to remove one or both feet from the ground until the score has moved on.
Why 111? The term was invented in the belief that Lord Nelson was unlucky enough to have had only one eye, one arm and one leg. Nelson wasn’t quite this unfortunate as he actually had two legs, but the cricket term has survived all attempts by historians to correct it.
Retired international cricket umpire David Shepherd kept one leg off the ground by hopping from one foot to the other when the scored reached "Nelson".
Doosra:
This bowling delivery is a variation of the off spinner, developed by the Pakistan test player Saqlain Mushtaq. Conventional off spin is imparted by the fingers of a right handed bowler with the palm facing the batsman, and spins from a right handed batsman’s off side to leg side.
The Doosra employs the same finger spin, but is delivered with the back of the hand facing the batsman and spins from leg to off. “Doosra” is from the Urdu or Hindi for “other” or “second”.
Run Out or Not?
The answer to the tricky question on run outs is that only one batsman can be “run out” at one time. The umpires must apply Law 29 to decide which batsman has to go.
However, in a match between England and the West Indies, a throw from Michael Holding of the West Indies hit one set of wickets before going on to break the other set. Both batsmen were out of their ground, but the umpires were too confused to dismiss either of them.
Source: http://www.cricket-for-parents.com/cricket-facts.html
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
Fixture: 26 March 2011
Host: United CC
Venue: Green Point Track
Directions to the field:
The Green Point Track is situated next to the new Cape Town Stadium.
As announced earlier, Friday 24 March 2011 is the last day that I will be in attendance for the club. I have also earlier indicated that I will in all likelihood stay involved in the mini cricket program but will sought an alternative structure / club from where to continue to develop the program. I have to the contrary chosen to move away from cricket completely as my current sport involvement does not allow me the time to do so.
My involvement with the development structures over the years has always been challenging but the successes and many acquaintances and friends that I have made will remain a positive part of my life forever.
I wish to emphasise again that Primrose Mini Cricket structure is in an extremely healthy state and should be a pleasure for anyone accepting the challenge to manage and convene the structure. I appeal to the parents and managers to accept the challenge and not let this structure disintegrate.
I wish everyone, especially our young cricketers, of whom I have only the fondest of memories, every cricketing success and every success in all their future endeavours.
Shukran / Thank you
Mogammad
Venue: Green Point Track
Directions to the field:
The Green Point Track is situated next to the new Cape Town Stadium.
As announced earlier, Friday 24 March 2011 is the last day that I will be in attendance for the club. I have also earlier indicated that I will in all likelihood stay involved in the mini cricket program but will sought an alternative structure / club from where to continue to develop the program. I have to the contrary chosen to move away from cricket completely as my current sport involvement does not allow me the time to do so.
My involvement with the development structures over the years has always been challenging but the successes and many acquaintances and friends that I have made will remain a positive part of my life forever.
I wish to emphasise again that Primrose Mini Cricket structure is in an extremely healthy state and should be a pleasure for anyone accepting the challenge to manage and convene the structure. I appeal to the parents and managers to accept the challenge and not let this structure disintegrate.
I wish everyone, especially our young cricketers, of whom I have only the fondest of memories, every cricketing success and every success in all their future endeavours.
Shukran / Thank you
Mogammad
Saturday, February 26, 2011
Important Announcements
Below are the announcements made at the practice on Friday 25 February 2011.
Thanks & appreciation:
It must be said that one can be extremely pleased with the development of the Primrose Mini Cricket Program. Our children / players are well disciplined and there seems to be very good adherence to the standards that management are striving for. This is evident in our attendances and punctuality at practice sessions and matches and the general vibe and sense of belonging to, and within the structure.
Criteria for selection and player evaluation:We have once again experienced phenomenal growth within the mini cricket structure. This is natuarally a good thing but also presents with its challenges.
How do we accommodate everyone?
Within the Beginner and Intermediate groups its not such a huge challenge, but amongst the advanced boys where the games are more competitive, it calls for a criteria for selection.
Parents of the Advanced Team players met earlier in February and formulated the following criteria:
i) Attendance and punctuality at practice
Registration forms:
Thanks & appreciation:
It must be said that one can be extremely pleased with the development of the Primrose Mini Cricket Program. Our children / players are well disciplined and there seems to be very good adherence to the standards that management are striving for. This is evident in our attendances and punctuality at practice sessions and matches and the general vibe and sense of belonging to, and within the structure.
Criteria for selection and player evaluation:We have once again experienced phenomenal growth within the mini cricket structure. This is natuarally a good thing but also presents with its challenges.
How do we accommodate everyone?
Within the Beginner and Intermediate groups its not such a huge challenge, but amongst the advanced boys where the games are more competitive, it calls for a criteria for selection.
Parents of the Advanced Team players met earlier in February and formulated the following criteria:
i) Attendance and punctuality at practice
ii) Attendance and punctuality at matches
iii) Dress code for practice to be whites
iv) General dicipline and behaviour
v) Evaluation of skills and general improvement
This process has been implimented since Friday, 11 February.
Coaches and managers for new teams:
As the player base expands so does the need for more coaches and managers. We appeal to parents to volanteer their services.
As the player base expands so does the need for more coaches and managers. We appeal to parents to volanteer their services.
Registration forms:
There are still plenty of registration forms outstanding. Please ensure that these forms are completed and returned by Friday 4 March.
Trophies:
It was requested to return all trophies deficient of engraving. These tophies apply to the 2010 season and we are nearly half way thrugh the 2011 season, The incomplete trophies are to be returned to club management for rectification. It was promised that this would be rectified within a week after last year's presentation.
Trophies:
It was requested to return all trophies deficient of engraving. These tophies apply to the 2010 season and we are nearly half way thrugh the 2011 season, The incomplete trophies are to be returned to club management for rectification. It was promised that this would be rectified within a week after last year's presentation.
Uniforms:
Taheera Shaboedien is collecting information and pricing regarding caps, sweaters and tracksuits. We require everyones input to get the ball rolling. If you can assist in any way regarding manufacturers etc. please contact me and I will forward Taheera's number.
Resignation:
Mogammad announced his eventual departure from the club and informed everyone that he will in all likelihood stay involved in the mini cricket program but will sought an alternative structure / club from where to continue to develop the program.The Primrose Mini Cricket structure is in an extremely healthy state and should be a pleasure for anyone accepting the challenge to manage and convene the structure. He appealed to the parents and managers to accept the challenge. He will still manage the structure until the end of March 2011.
Resignation:
Mogammad announced his eventual departure from the club and informed everyone that he will in all likelihood stay involved in the mini cricket program but will sought an alternative structure / club from where to continue to develop the program.The Primrose Mini Cricket structure is in an extremely healthy state and should be a pleasure for anyone accepting the challenge to manage and convene the structure. He appealed to the parents and managers to accept the challenge. He will still manage the structure until the end of March 2011.
Thursday, February 24, 2011
Fixture: 26 February 2011
It must be said that one can be extremely pleased with the development of the Primrose Mini Cricket Program. Our children / players are well disciplined and there seems to be a very good adherence to the standards that management are striving for. This is evident in our attendances and punctuality at practice sessions and matches and the general vibe and sense of belonging to, and within the structure.
A meeting is arranged for all parents, coaches and managers during practice tommorrow (17.15) to discuss these positives and other important developments regarding your children / players and the Mini Cricket Program.
Decisions are taken by those present so lets show our children / players that we are here to represent them by attending the short discussion.
Fixture: 26 February 2011
Venue: Western Province Cricket Club
We do not yet have confirmation as to which field we will be paying on. This information will be conveyed at practice and during our short discussion.
A meeting is arranged for all parents, coaches and managers during practice tommorrow (17.15) to discuss these positives and other important developments regarding your children / players and the Mini Cricket Program.
Decisions are taken by those present so lets show our children / players that we are here to represent them by attending the short discussion.
Fixture: 26 February 2011
Venue: Western Province Cricket Club
We do not yet have confirmation as to which field we will be paying on. This information will be conveyed at practice and during our short discussion.
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Stand the chance to have Makhaya Ntini, AB de Villiers or Trisha Chetty come coach your KFC Mini Cricket Team.
To all KFC Mini Cricket Coaches
Stand the chance to have Makhaya Ntini, AB de Villiers or Trisha Chetty coach your KFC Mini Cricket Team.
Email good quality pictures of your team - we need at least 3 pictures (one of the team, an action shot and a picture of the coach)
Each coach needs to submit a descriptive of the game they were playing with the name of their team, coach and club with address and contact details.
Pictures and description to be mailed to thabangm@playmakers.co.za
Good Luck: Mogammad
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