Adopt lifting position. Progress to blocking position between the legs by lowering the hurl with the weaker hand. This is the upright lifting position.

Lift a ball rolling or hopping along the ground by tilting the bass of hurl out with the weaker hand into the path of the oncoming ball.

When the ball hits the bas it will rise if the hurl is tilted out towards it at the correct angle.

Release the weaker hand in the cupped position to catch the ball.

Pupils practice with(1) an imaginary ball.(2) With a partner who throws the ball gently along the ground.

Points to note:

If the ball bounces away from the pupil:

• Hold the hurl short.
• Bend the back and legs to ensure greater control