The balls will start just outside the 23' line and the players will take it in turns to post up to the ball and deflect it into the D for someone else who will hit it first time.
This exercise is used to emulate the difficult of getting the ball into the D from a free hit outside the shooting circle.
in more ways than one
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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.
