Gaining Possession

Involves gaining possession and control of the sliotar.

Thus, skills such as catching, and lifting are included along with

skills involved in getting control of the sliotar using the hurley

Stopping a Ground Ball

Controlling a Moving Ball

Blocking a Ball Overhead

The Chest Catch

The Jab Lift

The Roll Lift

The Overhead Catch

The above links will bring you to the GAA Learning site, where there are videos showing these skills

1. Key Points

2. Common Errors

3. Example Drills

4. Example Activities