This unit applies to current, junior or aspiring athletes who are competing in cricket at a district or club level. It may also apply to those in sports development programs.

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Prepare for cricket drills, activities, games and competitions.

1.1. Access and interpret cricket rules, regulations and policies.

1.2. Determine basic biomechanical principles as they apply to cricket.

1.3. Identify intermediate skills of cricket and determine observable body movements for each stage of these skills in priority of importance when performing the skills.

1.4. Identify the intermediate skills of cricket players applicable to each position and player, and their purpose.

2. Participate in cricket drills, activities, games and competitions.

2.1. Undertake drills, activities, games and competitions in a safe manner, according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.

2.2. Perform the intermediate skills of cricket to form a sequence of movements in competition conditions.

2.3. Maintain effective communication with team members and coach during drills, activities, games and competitions.

3. Review intermediate skills performance.

3.1. Review performance and identify strengths and areas requiring improvement.

3.2. Identify conditions and external influences affecting conduct of activities and identify contingency strategies to improve future sessions.

Required skills

communication skills on and off the cricket field to:

determine other player's intentions and movements

communicate with coaches and clarify positions, rules and play setups

seek feedback and instructions from team members, coaches, support staff and umpires

teamwork skills to:

encourage and support other team members

respect other player's decisions

participate effectively in training activities

language and literacy skills to access, interpret and apply information about the rules, regulations and policies of cricket games and competitions

problem-solving skills to:

respond appropriately to changing conditions during intermediate training and game situations

apply strategies to resolve disputes related to the conduct or outcome of a game

self-management skills to:

review and reflect on own performance

organise time and priorities effectively

set short, medium and long term goals.

Required knowledge

legislation and organisational policies and procedures to enable safe participation in all activities

rules, regulations and policies of the Australian Cricket Board, including laws of the game and best practice codes to participate appropriately

cricket positions and players, roles and responsibilities on the field and the biomechanics related to skill acquisition

basic biomechanical principles to enable safe and effective performance of the intermediate skills of cricket

relevant equipment and technological aids used in cricket drills, activities, games and competitions to enhance intermediate skills

self-reflection principles to enable effective self-evaluation for future improvement

communication systems used between players, coaches, support staff and umpires during cricket drills, activities, games and competitions.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the following is essential:

utilises knowledge and interpretation of skills and relevant rules, regulations and policies to perform the intermediate skills of cricket applicable to own fielding positions and batting order

identifies observable body movements for each stage of intermediate skills and links together and practices these during drills, activities, games and competitions

communicates appropriately with team members, coach, umpires and support staff throughout drills, activities, games and competitions, and responds to feedback

reviews own and team's cricket performance to identify strengths and areas requiring improvement and or modifications.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure performance of the intermediate skills of cricket applicable to own fielding positions and batting order on sufficient occasions to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.

Assessment must also ensure access to:

cricket training and competition facilities, with marked out field and suitable pitch

groups or teams of players to play cricket at an intermediate level

a coach to instruct and address players

suitably qualified umpires

cricket equipment

resources and information detailing the intermediate skills of cricket

rules, regulations and policies such as the Australian Cricket Board Laws of the Game and notes on the laws.

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:

observation of performance of intermediate skills during drills, activities, games and competitions

oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of the rules, regulations and policies of cricket

third-party reports from coaches or umpires detailing performance.

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:

SISSCKT202A Perform the intermediate tactics and strategies of cricket.

Guidance information for assessment

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Rules, regulations and policies may include:

local, national and international rules of cricket

the Australian Cricket Board Laws of the Game and notes on the laws

Australian Cricket Board Code of Conduct

Australian Sports Commission Harassment-free Sport policy.

Basic biomechanical principles may include:

balance

motion

force

momentum

power.

Intermediate skills of cricket may include:

front and back foot batting shots

bowling

fielding

running

dismissals

wicket keeping.

Drills, activities may include:

warm-ups and cool-downs

batting, bowling and fielding drills

catching, throwing and running drills

concentration drills

grid work.

Games and competitions may include:

modified games

practice matches

inter-club or team games

competition games.

Relevant legislation may include:

occupational health and safety (OHS)

authority or permission from land owners, local council or cricket clubs.

Organisational policies and procedures may include:

OHS

conflict resolution

communication protocols

use, care and maintenance of equipment, pitch and field

training and scheduling commitments

code of ethics.

Effective communication may include:

calls

hand signals

eye signals

signs.

Conditions and external influences may include:

environmental and weather conditions

support staff

spectators

parents

umpires and administrators

other coaches.

Unit sector

Sport

This unit contains employability skills.