Pitch A Slip – Simulate the Real Catch
Train for one of cricket’s most technical and game-defining skills—slips catching—with a tool designed to reflect real match conditions. Pitch A Slip is the result of years of product testing, design trials, and player feedback. Developed by international cricket umpire Gerard Abood, the product replicates the bounce, spin, and edge characteristics of actual slips catches.
While many training tools focus on general catching drills, Pitch A Slip is purpose-built to train the specific reflexes, positioning, and anticipation required in the slips cordon. It offers realistic, repeatable, and high-quality practice that bridges the gap between training and match performance.
Why Pitch A Slip?
Every feature of Pitch A Slip is designed to mimic what players face in real games. Traditional training methods fall short by delivering full tosses or static drills. Pitch A Slip offers dynamic, game-like conditions.
Realistic Trajectory In a match, the ball typically strikes the pitch before deflecting off the bat toward the slip fielders. This bounce, followed by a deviation, challenges even the best players. Pitch A Slip recreates this motion, training players to track the ball from ground to bat to hand—just like in real conditions.
Vertical Edge Simulation Unlike tools that simulate edges off a flat surface, Pitch A Slip uses a unique wedge configuration made of vertical ridges. These create true-to-life edge variations, simulating the movement and unpredictability of balls coming off a vertical bat. This allows players to develop sharper instincts and quicker reactions.
Tested and Refined Since its inception in 2021, Pitch A Slip has gone through over eight prototype stages. Gerard and his team worked closely with cricketers at both amateur and professional levels to fine-tune angles, spacing, and bounce profiles. The current version delivers consistent, authentic simulation that players immediately recognise as match-relevant.
Ideal For:
Coaches seeking more effective slips practice tools
Fielding sessions at clubs, academies, and schools
Professional squads aiming to sharpen cordon performance
Training programs focusing on game-day realism
Key Benefits:
Realistic slip-catching bounce and spin
Encourages proper eye-tracking and footwork
Vertical deflection for true edge simulation
Durable and low-maintenance design
Product Features:
Precision-engineered wedge with variable angles
Lightweight and portable structure
Suitable for turf and synthetic surfaces
Designed for repeatable, varied catch scenarios
Built for All Levels Whether you’re building confidence in junior cricketers or fine-tuning elite performance, Pitch A Slip brings unmatched realism to your fielding sessions. It’s an essential addition for any coach focused on match-readiness.
Contact Us To learn more about Pitch A Slip, or to request a demonstration:
Email: enquiries@pitchaproducts.com.au Phone: +61 414 952 680
