Remove all cones and play 3v2s from alternate right and left sides
Start just outside 25. Attacker plays ball into defender who returns ball to attacker to commence drill.
Players not involved in drill to observe drill for what does and doesn’t work.
Communication between defenders; engage attackers early; channelling
Attackers to create 2v1s; triangles to stretch play; lead runs.
Q&A what worked, what didn’t work
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.