The attacker (yellow) makes a shot on goal, hopefully rebounding back out towards the defenders (blue). A defender will recieve the ball and attempt to make a long pass to one of the other defenders, with the initial attackers (yellow) trying to intercept the pass. The line colours match who is making the pass. The dotted blue line represents the decision a the defender has to make.
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This practice has no progressions
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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.
