Striking ball on the reverse side
My players never seem to be able to execute a successful reverse stick shot when in the D. What are the key coaching points/technique for this skill that I should be highlighting to them?
Paul FurlongCoach, England
ANSWERS
Matt MorrisonPlayer, England
Hi Paul,
This drill provides an in depth review, highlighting the key coaching points. So I would just follow this and see if you can incorporate this into a shooting/passing drill.
Matt
The Reverse Stick Hit
DESCRIPTION
Objective: To introduce a more advance style of hitting, often called the tomahawk, to get the player to hit the ball accurately and firmly, developing a sound technique. Purpose: Being able to accurately hit a back hand shot or pass creates numerous different opportunities to get a shot away or to deliver a pass. Structure: Pairs
The Reverse Stick Hit
DESCRIPTION
Objective: To introduce a more advance style of hitting, often called the tomahawk, to get the player to hit the ball accurately and firmly, developing a sound technique. Purpose: Being able to accurately hit a back hand shot or pass creates numerous different opportunities to get a shot away or to deliver a pass. Structure: Pairs
chris KeighleyCoach, New Zealand
Another good tip to add to that great video for players who get a lot of back of the stick calls, is to have the hook of the stick pointing towards the ground a bit before you start your swing. Because when you swing down on the ball your arms naturally turn the stick and then you don't get proper contact on the ball, with the side of your stick.
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