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Hockey: Aerial Launch

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- Performing the aerial pass in pairs
- Stand around half a stick length away from the ball
- Step into the movement with left foot in line with the ball
- Keep head still and over the ball
- The head of the stick should come underneath the ball, using a pushing motion at a 45 degree angle
- Hand position should be similar to an upright push pass

COACHING POINTS

- Initial focus should be put on the height of the aerial as opposed to the distance
- Ball position varies from person to person and this should be tested throughout the drill
- Introduce a points system to make the drill more competitive

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OFTEN USED WITH...

Aerial pass off the right foot:

- Lifting the ball up and over the opposition on the move, off of the right foot

- This is an advanced skill, and should only be practised once players are comfortable with the standard aerial

Video Techniques

1 Hand Reverse stick hit:

Players can use this technique when passing or shooting at goal.

Hold the stick with your palms facing upwards and turn the stick so that the flat side of the hook is facing the sky.

The back swing should be short and remain close to the ground.

Place your weight onto your right foot, with the ball slightly in front.

For a pass/ sweep shot ensure you get low and hit the middle of the ball. For a controlled lifted shot players should hit into the back of the ball.

Video Techniques

Injection:

Video Techniques

Forehand lift over stick:

To do this skill the players should run to the left of each wooden stick and reverse stick drag the ball to their right, then forehand lift the ball, under control, over the wooden stick.

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