Hockey is a fast-paced game where small-area tactics can make all the difference.
Decision Making: Practice quick decision-making in high-pressure situations, focusing on first-choice plays and creating opportunities.
Give and Go: Master the give-and-go to create space, relieve pressure, and stay constantly on the move, making it hard for defenders to keep up.
Angling: Learn to use angles, posts, and probabilities to outmaneuver opponents with effective stick work.
Time and Space: Develop skills to create time and space on the ice while learning how to take it away from your opponents.
Utilizing All Options: Be versatile by using forehand/backhand passes, incorporating footwork, and maintaining an “eyes up” approach to keep all options open.