Caman Get a Grip Manual

C H A P T E R 7 i F U N D A M E N T A L S 87
Running
1. The ability to travel with quick steps on alternate feet while never having both feet on
the ground at the same time.
2. Running is a basic movement skill involving the coordinated movement of the legs and
arms.
A good running technique and style is vitally important for the young camogie player.
Getting to the ball quickly or getting away quickly with the ball gives the young player a
better chance of performing her skill and also, possibly, increases the chances of avoiding
incidental or accidental injury.
Jumping
The ability to move off the ground or other surface by sudden muscular effort of the legs. This
movement is usually upwards but can also be forwards, backwards and sideways.
It is vital that young camogie players practice and develop this skill as jumping for the
ball is a most important skill in camogie.
Throwing
1. The ability to propel an object with some force through the air or in a particular
direction.
2. The ability to project an object with a rapid motion of the arms.
Hand-eye coordination is at the core of throwing and consequently throwing skills help
with the developing of other camogie skills.
Catching, Passing, Striking
These skills are integral parts of camogie involving hand-eye and hand-foot coordination and
should be developed by using a variety of beanbags, large balls, balloons, small balls, tennis
balls, Quick Touch and First Touch sliotars.
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