Alternate sides the person in middle is passing to. Shooting on left side: small pull right, big pull left move of choice to get around line of cones between dotted and solid circles Shot, reverse or strongside Shooting on the right side: Minefield Lift at dotted Shot When field players done, switch sides Goalie: Rotate every few if more than 1
Do not mandate type of shot, allow athletes to showcase skills
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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.
