Call out instructions for players (touch head, touch knee's etc) players have to face each other and try to follow the instruction before their opposite player. Eventually coach say's "ball", the players have to try and grab the ball first and keep it in their pile. The player with the biggest pile at the end wins.
Speed and reaction time
Strength training for legs as players are generally lin a squat position.
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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.
