06Sep 2011 by Jeremy Weiss 6 Comments

Neutral Zone: Swing Regroup

Neutral Zone, Team Systems
Use the Swing Regroup to create multiple passing options and to provide solid support through the neutral zone The Swing Regroup is a more advanced set-up for players who understand timing and support tactics, and can present themselves as passing options in multiple receiving zones. If your team is ready to learn this style of regroup, it can be extremely effective, and will set you up to enter the offensive zone with great positioning! If your team is younger, or less experienced, set them up on the "Post-Up" Regroup first, then work toward adding this one later on. Enjoy!
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01Sep 2011 by Jeremy Weiss 3 Comments

Offensive Attack: Formations

Offensive Zone, Team Systems
Let players be creative within a structured offensive framework I've mentioned a number of times that I like to give players set positions and responsibilities in the defensive zone. This helps keep players accountable when breakdowns occur (it's easier to pinpoint the problem and say "why wasn't the "sagman" in the low slot?" for example). However, as the play progresses into the offensive zone, I like to encourage players to be creative within a structured framework. I like to attack using the "Attack Triangle," which is based on solid front-side and back-side support. There are many different attack options that can be executed within this framework. So... teach your players to attack using the triangle, and make sure they understand proper support tactics, then let them do their thing!! CLICK…
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01Sep 2011 by Jeremy Weiss 1 Comment

Offensive Attack: Cycling in Hockey

Offensive Zone, Team Systems
Use cycling to draw opposing players out of position and create scoring chances Cycling could be called the "pinnacle" of executing support tactics. The concept completely revolves around a team's ability to properly provide both front-side and back-side support. This is an advanced concept because the type of support each player is providing is constantly changing. Although it is a complex concept, cycling can be taught at relatively young ages, if Timing and Support tactics have been explained and properly developed. Here's a great cycling drill that will help you along the way! CLICK HERE to check out our "Perpetual Cycle" drill. Enjoy!
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01Sep 2011 by Jeremy Weiss No Comments

Offensive Attack: Options within the Attack Triangle

Offensive Zone, Team Systems
A few different attack options stemming from the attack triangle I love the attack triangle because it can be branched off into so many different attack possibilities. I usually like to outline 8-10 of these possibilities for my players, just to get their minds moving in the right direction... then I let them get creative on their own, always encouraging more and more creativity in the offensive zone. Having a solid understanding of support tactics will allow your players to "improvise" effectively within the offensive framework you have given them. CLICK HERE to check out our "Attack Triangle Sequence" drill. Enjoy!
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26Aug 2011 by Jeremy Weiss 7 Comments

Timing and Support Tactics

Coaches' Corner, Neutral Zone, Philosophy, Team Systems, Useful Products
Timing and Support: Two concepts that can greatly enhance a player's ability to read and react! Timing and Support are extremely important concepts for a hockey player to understand. Having a sound understanding of these key concepts will allow him to adjust to different coaching styles and systems, no matter what the positional set-up may be. In this video, I show an example of timing, support, and multiple receiving zones, using a simple "swing" regroup. ENJOY!
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