Defense Drill 6: 1-2-1 Forecheck



Purpose

To teach players a forecheck system -- players must pick-up their man.

Description

Starts with a dump in by coach.

4 players go into breakout and return while other unit of 4 wait at far goal line.

Puck carrier dumps puck into D.

D takes puck behind net and rushing forwards react to breakout, each covering his/her own man.

Stop on whistle.

On whistle, group with puck start at far end.

Key Teaching Points

Stay with your player.

Must communicate.

Variations


Other Defensive Tactic Drills

  1. Quick Up
  2. 1 on 1
  3. Cass Innova (Backcheck)
  4. Roadrunner
  5. D2 Coverage
  6. 1-2-1 Forecheck
  7. D to D Outlet

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