Pass vs Carry

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Shane, Hockey Coach

DESCRIPTION

Setup: Groups of 5-6 per cone square about 10m x 10m.

Procedure:

1) Warm-up by carrying a ball around square (anti-clockwise), then reverse carry in the opposite direction.

2) One player stays on each cone. A fifth player must carry a ball around the square before the 4 passing players can pass the ball around the square back to the start position.

Progressions/Varations:

  • Pass in the opposite direction
  • Make the square smaller or larger
  • To increase pressure on the passers: runner runs without a ball

Note:

  • Passing + carrying is all outside the square.
  • If more than 5 players, rotate so that everyone gets a turn passing + carrying.
  • If the running player keeps winning, perform this drill on a regular basis until the players improve their passing.

COACHING POINTS

Questions:

  • Which travels faster - the ball or the runner?
  • So what is the fastest way to goal - by passing or carrying the ball?

Technique:

  • Speed: ball pace + quick release of ball.
  • Wide bladed stance, pre-scan. Firm push with right hand.
  • Fade the ball across your body.
  • Try to take 2 touches maximum.

Related activities:

  • This can be a warm-up for a session on outletting from defence.

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