The first day of the two day pace bowling coaching camp at the Jharkhand State Cricket Association (JSCA) International Stadium Complex organised in association with the MRF Pace Foundation started with a session on running technique followed by video shoot to analyze the bowling technique of each bowler.
A press conference was organized for interaction with media persons in which Australian pace legend Glenn McGrath, MRF Head Coach Senthilnathan , Secretary JSCA, Debashish Chakraborthy, Vice President, JSCA, Ajay Nath Shahdeo were present.
Addressing the gathering McGrath said that Jharkhand is full of talents, but there is need to hone them.
McGrath, while answering to the questions of media persons reiterated about the effectiveness of this workshop in honing the skills of pace bowler. He emphasised on the need for right training so that skill doesn’t go waste. He concluded by saying that he wants to use his knowledge and experience to train the boys and that is why he is a part of this foundation.
Chakraborthy briefed the media about the idea behind organising this workshop in a State like Jharkhand, which is full of talent that needs a little boost and training in the right direction to excel in the sport. While Senthil explained how such workshops are helping the players by teaching them not just the nuances of the game but also by teaching them the art of shaping their career.
Around 23 boys are getting training from the legendry pace bowler. Deserving boys shall be sent for next level of coaching at the MRF Foundation centre in Chennai.