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Dominican Cricket Project

The document discusses a student's school-based assessment project on cricket in Dominica. It provides background on the history and rules of cricket both internationally and in Dominica. It details the modified rules that were used for the project and the role of sports journalist that the student took on. It reflects on executing this role and concludes with results and recommendations.

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Dominican Cricket Project

The document discusses a student's school-based assessment project on cricket in Dominica. It provides background on the history and rules of cricket both internationally and in Dominica. It details the modified rules that were used for the project and the role of sports journalist that the student took on. It reflects on executing this role and concludes with results and recommendations.

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Physical Education and Sport

School Based Assessment

Candidate: Name Wilkin Aviles Morel

Candidate: Number

Centre: Number

Title of Project:Cricket

Teacher Name:

Territory: Dominica

Year collect:
Table of content page

-Acknowledgement

-Introduction

-History
-International History of cricket in Dominica
-Local History of cricket in Dominica

-Rules of sport choocen


-Standard
-Modified

-Role chosen and its adjectives

-Execution of role chosen

-Reflection

-Conclusion include result of the houses


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-Recommendation

-References

-Appendix
Acknowledgement
I thank my family and friends who helped me all this time that gave me the
motivation and contribution of their time necessary to complete my project, I thank
God for giving me the daily bread and to the school for the education they provided
me. The researcher would like to give his sincere thanks to his teacher for guiding him
on the right path.
Introduction
This School Based Assessment for Physical Education and Sport permits that students
most a competition with each participant in such a group taking on responsibility of
the role as an official in the tournament. The class was divided into different groups
based on the sport of choice, them class was divided into different groups based on
the sport of choice, them roles were discussed and each member Selected his/her
roles.
History of cricket

International History of cricket: In 1844, the first international cricket match was
played between the US and Canada in New York. In 1859, English professionals
embarked on the first overseas tour to North America, followed by Australia in 1862.
In 1868, an Aboriginal Australian team toured England, marking Australia's first
international cricket tour. Test cricket began in 1877 with England touring Australia,
leading to the famous Ashes series in 1882. South Africa became the third Test nation
in 1889. Cricket's growth in colonies was fueled by its association with nationalistic
pride and opportunities for colonized peoples to compete against their rulers.

The History of cricket in Dominica: In Dominica, the Botanic Gardens served as a


picturesque backdrop for cricket matches, where the island's elite and colonial society
engaged in the genteel game. Irving Andre's nostalgic recollection vividly captures
the ambiance of cricket matches amidst the blooming flora, reflecting the island's
cultural pride and community spirit. Andre's forthcoming book, "A Century of
Dominican Cricket," celebrates the island's cricketing heritage, highlighting the
achievements of local players who rose to prominence despite societal challenges and
biases. Through captivating anecdotes and historical accounts, Andre pays tribute to
cricketing legends like Merrill Anthony and Alec Reid, shedding light on their talents
and struggles against discrimination. He also acknowledges the contributions of
modern-day players and the promising future of cricket in Dominica. Ultimately,
cricket stands as one of the pillars of Dominican society, alongside Carnival, Calypso,
and Church, fostering unity and identity among its people.
Rules of cricket

Standard Rules of Cricket:

Players: Each team has eleven players, including a captain, and they take turns
playing offense (batting) and defense (fielding).
Innings: In cricket, each team takes turns batting and fielding. A full game (test
match) consists of two innings per team, with the exception of some shorter formats
of the game such as ODIs and T20s. (see types of cricket)

Equipment: The equipment used in cricket includes a bat, a ball, and wickets. The bat
is flat on one side and can be no more than 38 inches in length. The ball is typically
made of cork, covered in leather, and weighs between 5.5 and 5.75 ounces. Wickets
are made of three wooden stumps and two bails.

Scoring: The basic way to score runs is by hitting the ball and running to the opposite
end of the pitch. If the ball is hit to the boundary, a four or six runs are awarded
depending on whether it bounces before crossing the boundary or not. The team with
the highest score at the end of the game wins.

Bowling: The bowling team takes turns bowling the ball to the batsmen, and the
objective is to hit the wickets or get the batsmen out in another way (see ways of
getting out). The bowler must not throw the ball but instead bowl it overhand with a
straight arm.

Batting: The batting team tries to score runs while protecting their wickets. Each
batsman takes turns facing the bowler, and the objective is to hit the ball and score
runs. A batsman is out if they hit the ball in the air and it is caught by a fielder, or if
the ball hits the wicket and the bails are dislodged (there are other less common ways
of getting out too).

Extras: If a no-ball or a wide ball is bowled, the batting team is awarded an extra run
(but the score is not credited to the batsman). Other extras are byes and leg byes, and
penalty runs.

Fielding: The fielding team tries to take wickets and prevent the batting team from
scoring runs. Fielders can catch the ball or stop it and throw it to the wickets to get a
run-out.
Modified Rules of Cricket::
Players: Each team consists of eleven players, with one designated as the captain. The
teams alternate between batting and fielding.

Innings: Cricket involves alternating batting and fielding periods. A test match
typically includes two innings per team, while shorter formats like ODIs and T20s
may have variations in innings.

Equipment: Essential cricket equipment includes a bat, ball, and wickets. Bats must
not exceed 38 inches in length, and balls are typically cork-covered with leather,
weighing between 5.5 and 5.75 ounces. Wickets comprise three wooden stumps and
two bails.

Scoring: Runs are earned by hitting the ball and running between wickets. Boundary
hits result in four or six runs based on whether the ball crosses the boundary without
bouncing.

Bowling: Bowlers deliver the ball to the batsman, aiming to hit the wickets or dismiss
the batsman by other means. Bowlers must bowl the ball overhand with a straight
arm.

Batting: Batsmen aim to score runs while protecting their wickets. Each batsman
takes turns facing the bowler, attempting to hit the ball and score runs. Modes of
dismissal include catching the ball in the air or having the wickets hit by the ball.

Extras: No-balls and wide balls award extra runs to the batting team. Other extras like
byes and leg byes can occur during play. Penalty runs may also be awarded.

Fielding: The fielding team aims to take wickets and prevent runs. Fielders catch the
ball, stop it, and throw it to the wickets for run-outs.
Role of Chosen for Cricket

Sports Journalist

1. Designs promotional and information material for display.

2. Features sports personalities in newsletters and magazines.

3. Highlights and reviews interesting, funny or informative news from each week’s
fixtures and training sessions.

4. Interviews players or coaches at the end of a training session or game/event.

5. Highlights the upcoming week’s game/event and reports on its execution and the
status of the competition.
Execution of Role
E
Reflection
Conclusion
Recommendaton
Appendix

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