LP Cricket Wicket Keeping Basics Player Course (Level 1)

The Wicket Keeping module begins with an introduction to the essential skills and techniques required for effective keeping behind the stumps. This section provides an overview of the key roles and responsibilities of a wicket keeper, laying the foundation for the specific skills that will be developed throughout the course.

The Wicket Keeping module on Stance and Set Up focuses on the proper positioning to ensure you're ready for any delivery. This section covers how to adopt a balanced and agile stance, allowing you to move quickly and react efficiently, whether you're standing up to the stumps or standing back.

The Wicket Keeping module on Head and Hand Position emphasizes the importance of keeping your head steady and your hands in the correct position to react swiftly. This section covers how proper head alignment and hand placement help improve focus, accuracy, and readiness for catching or stopping the ball.

The Wicket Keeping module on Hand and Foot Movement focuses on the coordination needed for effective keeping. This section teaches how to position and move your hands and feet in sync, allowing you to react quickly and accurately to deliveries, whether you're catching, stopping, or making a stumping.

The Wicket Keeping module on Offside and Leg Side Take teaches you how to handle deliveries on both sides of the stumps. This section covers the proper techniques for moving quickly and positioning your hands to take catches or collect balls on the offside and leg side, ensuring you're prepared for all types of deliveries.

The Wicket Keeping module on Stood Up and Standing Back explains the different positions for a wicket keeper depending on the type of delivery. This section covers the techniques for standing up to the stumps for quicker deliveries and standing back for longer or slower deliveries, helping you adapt your stance to the situation.