Continuous 3 v 2s
Defenders start in 23
Forwards start staggered (to encourage height)
Looking for the two options - High and Wide
Has to go outside of far right cone
Whistle for coaching - let game play - keep up rules as applicable
Stop for rest breaks along with key coaching points.
Try and make participants pull out key points for reference
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.