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1 v 1 - Channelling

Split your group into two teams - defenders and attackers. Players with the ball have to run around the cone and try and score. Players without ball also have to run around the cone, and then try and stop the other player scoring.

Defending Skills

1 vs 1 practice

Split the players up into two groups for a relay type exercise which starts with one player from group 1 running with a ball to the goal on the half way line, trying to score a goal. As soon as player 1 has had a shot at goal a player from group 2 runs with a ball to the other goal to try to score a goal. The player that had the first shot (player 1) has to try and defend against the player from group 2. When this player scores or loses the ball to the defender the next player starts from group 1 and the player that has just taken the shot becomes the new defender. The player that had the first shot and then defended (player 1) goes to the back of theirre queue.

Eliminating a Player

Creating scoring chances - GK

A good fun exercise for scoring goals, and for keepers to have a good work out. Split the group into teams of four and put 2 or 3 keepers in the circle. The 4 attackers go into the circle with a ball and try to score, they can take as long as they like providing the ball remains in the circle.

Shooting & Goalscoring

Dribble Pass and Move

Setup the practice as shown. Split the group into two. Player 1 dribbles up to the cone before passing the ball across to player 2. Players have to make sure that they give a pass in each box.

Passing & Receiving

Front Defence Game

Place a cone in the middle of the halfway line. Two players start with the ball on the halfway line with a 3rd player standing and waiting just behind them. After the attacking player passes the ball to the two defenders in front of them the two players on the half way line move to try and win the ball back. The two defenders with the ball have to try and get the ball to the player who is still stood on the halfway line. However, if the two front players closing down the ball win the ball the 3rd player (on the halfway line) can then help them to score a goal, creating a 3 vs 2 situation.

Indoor Hockey

Pass and receive static wall

Split your group in half. The white team each has a ball. The blue team position themselves evenly around the coned area and remain static. The white players make a pass to one of the static players but are not allowed to receive the ball from the same player so they must move around the grid to find a new ball. On receiving a different ball, they then carry the ball and look for a new player to make the next pass to

Passing & Receiving

Passing with Decision Making

Setup the practice as shown with cones 5m, 10m and 15m away. Split the group into pairs. Player 1 remains behind the line while player 2 moves backwards and forwards into the different zones. The position of player 2 determines what kind of return pass is made. This exercise develops decision making as well as using three passing techniques in one exercise.

Passing & Receiving

Running with Ball

Setup as shown. Split the group into 2 - One group with balls the other without. The blue team have a ball each and on the coach's command run around the blue cones. At the same time the red team run (without the ball) around the red cones.

Practices For Juniors

Running with the Ball Relay

Setup as shown. Get the group to split into pairs with one partner each side of the line. Players dribble across the grid in a relay.

Practices For Juniors

Steal - Reverse Stick

Players are split up into pairs One player starts with the ball and runs about 5 yards into space, with the defender behind them to the left The defender then must hook their stick round in front of the attacker to steal the ball if successful, the defender should change pace to accelerate away from the attacker that lost possession.

Defending Skills

3 v 2 relay Scoring on the bre...

The white team play 3v2 against the blue team. When the attack is finished, the white team play 3v2 against the orange team. Then the orange team play against the blue team etc.<br />Attack starts with pass from the wide player.<br /><br />Tips; If centre player carries the ball, the pass goes to the wide player, centre player follows pass to recieve the return ball, then pass goes to opposite side for shot (3 passes).<br /><br />If wide player carries the ball it should be passed to the middle player, then wide again for shot (2 passes).

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1 v 2 break defense Defending ...

Players work in pairs in this drill - attacking and defending pair. The player who starts with the ball has to dribble around the cone and then try to score a goal on the half way line. At the same time one player from the defending pair also runs around the cone. Once the player with the ball has run around the cone the drill is live. The defending team are trying to dispossess the player with the ball and score against the keeper and the last defender. The drill continues until one of the team has had a shot at one of the goals.

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Fast break 3v2 Scoring on the ...

Team 1 attacks team 2. Player on the 23m line starts with the ball and attacks the two defenders from team 2 (while this attack goes on team 3 gets in position to defend against team 2). When team 1 scores or team 2 wins the ball the wide player on the 23m line starts the attack. The other two players from team 2 have to run and support. Best ploy is for the player on the 23m line to hold the ball or run infield along the 23m line to allow the 2 supporting players to join in the attack.

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Divots! Warm-up Games - Hockey...

Scatter some cones (divots) across the area, some the right way up, and some upside down. Split the group into two teams - 'Hackers and Greenkeepers' - and spread them out across the area. On the word 'Go' the Hackers run round turning the divots upside down and the Greenkeepers must turn them the right way up.

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3 vs 1 - Two Grids Scoring on ...

Set out 2 grids that are attached by a common line with 3 attackers and 1 defender in each. 3 Players, with one ball, in one grid keep possession of the ball and try to pass the ball to the other three players in the other grid. Once they have done this the other three players must also try to keep possession in order to once again pass the ball back into the other grid.

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Hockey: Passing and receiving ...

Split the group into two. Player 1 dribbles up to the cone before passing the ball across to player 2. Players have to make sure that they give a pass in each box.

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9 Zone: No Pressure Conditione...

- Pitch split into 9 zones (3 x 3)<br />- 6 players<br />- Players should post between the different areas to move up the pitch<br />- Can pass through an entire box  i.e. left wing all the way to right wing

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6 Zone: Passive Defending Cond...

- 6 on 6 drill<br />- Split a half pitch into 6 sections<br />- A forward and a defender should be in each section<br />- Defenders can only intercept the ball (no tackling)<br />- Players must stay in there given section

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Team relay Self Pass - Hockey ...

Four teams of 3 or 4 players. Put one goal 15m over the half way line so the half way line is the top of the circle. The four team teams, one playing and one on the 23m line, are working in two partnerships - whites vs blues. Team 1 starts with the ball and tries to score against team 2. When team 2 gain possession, either after a goal or tackle, they have to pass the ball to team 3 who now can try and score in the other goal. Team 1 has to run back and defend. When team 1 win the ball they have to pass the ball to team 4 who attack against team 3 etc. After a team has passed the ball to their partner team they take their place at the 23m line and wait for their chance to attack.

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Hockey: Hitting the ball - Imp...

Objective: To establish the grip when hitting and role of the wrists and arms to be able to be able to generate power without reducing accuracy. Purpose: Hitting the ball is an important skill when either transferring the ball, delivering longer passes into the circle or shooting. Being able to hit a flat, accurate and powerful pass can split defences, switch the play quickly, offering huge benefits to the team. Structure: Pairs.  

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Hockey: Pass and receive stati...

Split your group in half. The white team each has a ball. The blue team position themselves evenly around the coned area and remain static. The white players make a pass to one of the static players but are not allowed to receive the ball from the same player so they must move around the grid to find a new ball. On receiving a different ball, they then carry the ball and look for a new player to make the next pass to

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1 v 1 - Channelling Defending ...

Split your group into two teams - defenders and attackers. Players with the ball have to run around the cone and try and score. Players without ball also have to run around the cone, and then try and stop the other player scoring.

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Rounders Hockey - Roll the bal...

Set up: Split players into two teams (no more than 5v5 - set up several mini-games if necessary). Pitch marked out with 2 goals. Size will depend upon your players' ability and numbers in the group but 20m by 10m is a good starting point. The Game: This is an invasion game and the aim is to score a goal by rolling the ball through the oppositions goal. Rules: Roll only to score. Cannot move with the ball, defending team must be a metre away from the player with the ball. <div class=&quot;&quot;practiceText&quot;&quot;>If the ball hits an attacking players' foot in open play the ball is given to the defending team. If the ball hits your team's foot from an attempt at goal then a penalty is awarded. The penalty is taken from behind the half way line and only one player can defend it from the corner of the pitch. On the coach's call of &quot;GO&quot; the attacker rolls the ball and the defender can run across to defend the shot.</div>

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Conditioned Game - 6v4 Attacki...

Divide your players into two teams of 6 and split the pitch into 3 areas with each area being approximately 15 meters in height.The condition for this game is that 2 players from both teams have to stay in the top third of the pitch (the opposition's scoring area) and cannot run back to offer support in the defence.This creates the 5v3 overload situation and should result in a high scoring game.

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1 vs 1 practice Eliminating a ...

Split the players up into two groups for a relay type exercise which starts with one player from group 1 running with a ball to the goal on the half way line, trying to score a goal. As soon as player 1 has had a shot at goal a player from group 2 runs with a ball to the other goal to try to score a goal. The player that had the first shot (player 1) has to try and defend against the player from group 2. When this player scores or loses the ball to the defender the next player starts from group 1 and the player that has just taken the shot becomes the new defender. The player that had the first shot and then defended (player 1) goes to the back of theirre queue.

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9 Zone: Passive Defending Cond...

- Pitch split into 9 zones (3 x 3)<br />- 6 vs 6<br />- Can only ever have one forward and one defender in each area<br />- Forwards (white) cannot dribble ball from one area to another<br />- Defenders (red) cannot make a challenge, only intercept passes<br />- Players should post between the different areas to move up the pitch<br />-If ball is turned over, drill continues, with the red team becoming the forwards and the white team becoming the defenders

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3 v 1 break down the ice Sampl...

3 players start down the ice with 1 feeder. defender has to skate to the center circle before they can try to help stop the attacking players scoring. Puck is passed to the right board for the player to skate onto and continue down the ice the other 2 attacking player s skate down the ice to get into position on the far end of the net to receive the puck and score.

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Reverse stick shot Shooting & ...

- Performing the reverse stick shot or 'tomohawk'<br />- The Grip: Move the stick 90 degrees from the standard strongside hitting position. This moves from hitting with the flat face to the blade of the stick.<br />- Players will naturally be more comfortable of a particular foot. Either foot is fine

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Slalom Hoops Practices For Jun...

Set out a slalom course with hoola hoops and divide the players into groups of 3

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9 Zone: Full Game Conditioned ...

- Pitch split into 9 zones (3 x 3)<br />- 6 vs 6<br />- Multiple players from each team in one area<br />- Forwards (white) can dribble ball from one area to another<br />- Defenders (red) can tackle<br />- Players should post between the different areas to move up the pitch<br />-If ball is turned over, drill continues, with the red team becoming the forwards and the white team becoming the defenders

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Make sure you Score - Intelligent Passing!

Four fun passing games to get your players working on their stick-work, teamwork and to get their heads back in the game

Coaching Players with Different Abilities in one session

How to run a mixed ability session: Get everyone working, while some players receive a little extra tuition to bring them up to speed!

Passing Web: Pre-scan and Receiving

Pre-scan to create time for yourself on the ball and to spot defence splitting passes. Create players who are always seeing the game two steps ahead with this session.

Passing Web: Ball Carrying

Carry the ball in the right position to be able to pass in all directions or to eliminate either way. Develop players technique and decision making on the ball with this session.

Junior Goal Scoring Skills Session

Switch the ball, slap, shoot and score! Work on their first touch to speed up play and create more goal scoring opportunities

Training Stations: Improving 2v1 and Scoring Success

Problems in the attacking third? You're not alone. Use this three stations session to improve your side's scoring success
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I have a squad of about 22 men and half a field!

I have a squad of about 22 men who play at a pretty high level. However we only have the use of half a field as we share the astro with others. Not ideal. Need some advice to keep everyone busy and interested. Do I split the guys into 4 or 5 stations and rotate them? If so, what stations would you recommend and how long at each station? Your advice on this would be appreciated a.s.a.p. Thank you

Mark Coach, Austria

Good drill to get girls to move to the ball faster?

I need a good drill to help the girls move to the ball faster? we arw slow to the ball need a drill thanks

Brenda Strohmer Coach, United States of America

1st ever training Session Structure?

I have been given my first team ever!! They are 11 year old girls and I wanted guide/ recommendation on how I should structure my one hour sessions? E.g. how long should I spend on a warm up, drill etc. .Cheers,Freya

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Mini games I could use in a school enviroment?

I help out at local skill teaching children from yr 1 to yr 7 the skills of hockey. I am always looking for fun mini games which encases all skill types. This is from non hockey to excellent hockey players.

Rodney Johnson Coach, Australia

How do I teach and improve soft hands skill?

Any tips or drills for improving 'soft hands'?

Gary Thompson Coach, England

New Structure - Where to start??

Hey all, I am trying to implement a new structure for next season, and I want to get thoughts of others. I have my formation - do I start with working the ball out from defence and work forward, midfield, have certain set plays and movements? Where do you start in introducing the formation and player movements - big picture as in general philosophy, position by position? Any thoughts/comments would be greatly appreciated.Cheers,Brent

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Looking for new pre game drills!

Any idea's on new pre game drills? We are now playing the '5' just passing and the last one shoots, but after a few months it got bored. So looking for new drills! Any suggestions?

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How do you teach children aged 7 how to play a hockey match?

I coach aged 7 children and I don't know how to teach them how to play a proper hockey match without all of them going for the ball and not staying in their positions. Do I put lines where they are not allowed to pass? or what?

Bev Coach, South Africa

URGENT!!! Hockey coaching plan needed for A level PE

I am doing A level PE and I need to find a coaching plan that includes a number of drills that get progressively harder. The plan has to be game based, I was thinking of doing one on possession but I cannot find drills that link together and get harder. Please help, Thanks

Erin Parry Coach, Wales

Team loyalty, not talking down team mates.

Hi all,I coach a school boys teams, ages 12-18.Late last season after a disappointing loss, one of the younger boys made the comment 'Its all xxxx's fault that we lost'. This was made at the end of the game while I was packing away our gear and most, but not all, of the boys had already departed. XXXX wasn't there to hear the comment. Being dumbfounded by this comment, I let it go at the time and have stewed on it during the our off season. I'm of the opinion that this type of comment is unacceptable and should result in disciplinary action of some kind. My thinking at the moment is that I would be remove the player from the game ( if made during the game, even if it leaves us short), pass them on to the school for whatever punishment is deemed appropriate with a request to remove them from the team. Am I being too harsh or unreasonable in my thinking? Are there any strategies that I could employ to stop this kind of commentary? I'm going to discuss it with the school when we get back together before the season starts.

David Smith Coach, New Zealand

How to coach school team with novices and experienced players?

Hi,I perhaps naively, expected to have most of our team from last year carry over and only have a few new comers to integrate and get up to speed with the rest. However meeting the team at our first practice last night i find I have five players still at school from last year and the rest all new comers, most of whom had not held a hockey stick at all till practice.This being only my second season coaching (year 9 to year 13 boys) has left me feeling a little blindsided, and feeling quite unsure how to prepare practices that target both groups of boys. Do i lump them both groups together, keep them separate? What drills/exercises to best bring the new comers up to speed.I don't want to neglect either group, keep practice worthwhile for the experienced boys, but also bringing the new comers up to a level were they can mix in with the others and learn organically from them while practicing as a team. David

David Smith Coach, New Zealand

What are good drills to teach effective corners?

I am teaching corners today for my JV team. It is our first practice that is separated from Varsity. What are good drills to use?

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What is the best structure for school teams?

What would the best structure to teach High School learners? there are too many to choose from

bernice Coach, South Africa

Defending ball and help side

Looking gro theory or practicals on defending help side vs ball side.Any help?

Leroy Coach, South Africa

What's the best way to teach children how to press?

I'm looking for a simple and basic way to teach and encourage children to press. Asked using Sportplan Mobile App

Ryan Schutte Coach, South Africa

Pressing for HS? Resources to teach press?

What kind of defensive presses do you all run for highshoolers? And is there a resource that will make it easier to teach to them? We play a 4-4-3 with 2 sitters in the midline. I’m used to a Fall Away Press, but am having a hard time teaching it. Asked using Sportplan Mobile App

Misty Brady Coach, United States of America

Fun Warm ups with 7-11 year ol...

What fun warm ups can I use with a group of 7-11 year olds with and without hockey sticks? Many thanks xx

Natty Coach, England

1st ever training Session Stru...

I have been given my first team ever!! They are 11 year old girls and I wanted guide/ recommendation on how I should structure my one hour sessions? E.g. how long should I spend on a warm up, drill etc. .Cheers,Freya

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What's the best way to teach c...

I'm looking for a simple and basic way to teach and encourage children to press. Asked using Sportplan Mobile App

Ryan Schutte Coach, South Africa

How do you teach children aged...

I coach aged 7 children and I don't know how to teach them how to play a proper hockey match without all of them going for the ball and not staying in their positions. Do I put lines where they are not allowed to pass? or what?

Bev Coach, South Africa

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