Moving the ball with vision:
Dribble round 4 zigzag cones set up from 25 to D. Strike at goal at top D. Set up at both ends of pitch.
3 lines at edge of D as per last week.
Progression:
V-drag
3D skills at cones
Tactical:
Ball carry position
Choice of pass: push short distances, slap long distances, hit to strike
Avoid passing through contact
Advanced players:
Positive feet
Create 2v1s
in more ways than one
in more ways than one
Two defenders chase the ball, nobody covers the runner, and a soft goal goes in. Here is the five-step treat for the mix-up haunting hockey defences this October.
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.