2 attackers start on the 23m line, 1 attacker starts on the baseline. Working in a narrow channel using the lines 5yards either side of the goal for width. 2 defenders located anywhere in this channel. The 3 attackers have to move off the ball to create space to create a goal scoring chance. Rotation after going through is Yellow goes to Blue, Blue goes to White, White goes to the back of the line a Yellow.
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.