Do your players panic under pressure, and lose possession easily?
If this sounds like your team then they'll need to work on their ability to pass under pressure in this fast-thinking, space finding session. Whether it's using an overlap run to change the point of attack or switching the ball to the other wing to keep the ball and progress up the field.
Get your players to make the right decisions and cover movement patterns in pairs for the use during the game to enable players to manoeuvre their way out of tight situations.
in more ways than one
in more ways than one
A few weeks into the league season, poor first touches are costing teams the ball. Coach body shape, scanning and receiving on the move to keep possession.
Pre-season fitness fades fast once the league starts. Build conditioning into ball work and use rolling subs well to keep your squad sharp all season.
The first weeks of the season decide whether a junior or new player sticks with adult hockey. Here is how to keep them safe, give them a clear job and build their confidence from the very first bully.