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Q: Playing for Mosman v Manly at Manly Oval, it could have been a Poidevin Gray game. I was bowling my rolling offies to, I think I got this right, Steve Colby, big unit, really good player that opened or was top order batsman for Manly. If it wasn’t you Steve it’s a good story anyway.
As I could from time to time, I offered my opinion about Steve’s ability to hit the ball off the square. The next ball disappeared out of the Manly Oval bounced into the intersection at the Raglan Street end and rolled across the road into the tackle shop on the corner. Steve responded with “Is that f#%king far enough for ya” I think my response was “Yup”
Scott Jacobson
9 months ago
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Q: I’m 17 and have only played 6 or 7 two day games and I’d like to ask and get some advice on how to go about building an innings?
A: Hi Rohin
I might be a bit old school here as the game has changed a lot from my playing days in the 90's, however, I don't think the process of building an innings in the longer form of the game is any different. Assessing the conditions and the wicket is very important and providing the time for you to get through the initial high risk part of your innings, that first 10-20 runs. Playing straight and eliminating shots of risk like hooks, pulls, cuts and hitting across the line until you have got into the rhythm of your innings will help you get off to the good start you need. Taking your singles and running hard between the wickets will help you build your total and work you into your innings where you are comfortable and confident. You can then expand your shot selection and range. Concentration from that point is the key, making sure you take a mind break and reassess when you are not on strike and switch on again when you are back on strike.
Hope this helps you to bat long !
Regards
Scott Jacobson
Rohin Alexander
9 months ago
