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Hockey: The dive (to the right)

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Parry, U15 boys Hockey Coach

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From the right full leg block position; turn the right boot slightly forward and lean over the boot, thrusting the arms in the same direction to give the body additional momentum.

COACHING POINTS

The finish position is the stick and glove is fully extended past the head, the paddle is used to protect the chest and raise to stop any close chip shots at goal and provide stability. The legs are fully extended and on top of each other.

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Ready Position:

The ready stance is the prime position for the keeper.

a. Stand straight with both feet pointing forward.

b. Turn the toes out first keeping the heals together.

c. Keep toes in place and move heals out in line with toes.

d. Bend knees until they are just over and in front of the toes.

e. Bend slightly at the hips until the chin is just over the knees.

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Basic block:

From the ready position; the keeper brings the legs together driving the heals together keeping the toes pointed slightly out forming a V.

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Full leg block:

From the ready position; the keeper lifts a leg and takes a wide step before driving the opposite knee towards the ground.

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The dive (to the left):

From the full leg block position; turn the left boot slightly forward and lean over the boot thrusting the arms in the same direction to give the body additional momentum. The keeper essentially falls over to their side.

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