Players are devided into 2 teams. Their aim is to carry the ball over the line are the far end of the pitch and stop the ball on or just after the line. This is worth 2 pints. If they can go through the gates at the side of the pitch this is worth 3 points. If a single player can carry the ball over 1 section of the pitch (marked by the white cones in the diagram) they get 1 point, but they must go over 2 lines of cones (baseline to past 1/4,1/4 to past 1/2, etc)
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.
