- players form a square at top of circle
- ball starts at top
- players pass ball to next player diagonally to them then follow pass
- final player receives ball, controls it, shoots when inside D using either clip hit or hit
Alternative: other side; no goalkeeper/goalkeeper
- clip hit (with smaller backswing) is widely utilised to shoot at goal - quick & deceptive hit
- left hand slides down stick to meet right hand halfway down stick
- advantage of hitting the ball is the speed & lifting off the floor at speed
- hit the ball asap once inside D
in more ways than one
sportplan_netball
in more ways than one
sportplan_hockey
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.
Most tackles are lost before the stick goes down. Teach your defenders to channel, wait and choose the right tackle, and you will win more ball and give away fewer cards.
England Hockey's rule guidance for 2026/27 takes effect from 1 September. Here are the changes that will actually alter how you coach, and how to brief your squad in one pre-season session.
