Ball Starts with Defense (A)- Passed out to Offense (A), Defense A + B work on a 2 v 1 situation, Offense B works to create 2 v 2 and score.
Important for Offense Line B to create space, see open areas and drop back if needed for Offense Line A to backpass. Defense Recovery needs to be aware of offense B on their back. Defense - low stick. talking, aware of surroundings. Offense - Smooth push passes, field awareness, stick skills.
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
in more ways than one
sportplan_hockey
2026 is the first full year with mandatory face masks for penalty corner defence. Here's how to train your defenders for the new equipment reality.
Move beyond drills and let your players discover solutions through play. The constraints-led approach is transforming how hockey is coached at every level.
From mandatory safety equipment to evolving tactical systems and player-centred coaching methods, field hockey is transforming. Here's what every coach needs to know for 2026.
