Playing the ball just in front of a team-mate as they make a run can sometimes make the difference between catching their defenders off guard or not.
In this session we aim to help you get your players' eye in - helping them to correctly gauge where to play the ball and with the correct weight to ensure it reaches its intended recipient so that they're not simply passing to a player, they're passing for their team-mates!
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.