06Aug 2024 by Jeremy Weiss No Comments
High-Tempo 2v2 Back Checking Drill for Hockey

High-Tempo 2v2 Back Checking Drill for Hockey

1 on 1's, 2 on 2's, 2 on 1's, 3 on 2's, Backchecking, Hockey Drills, Team Skill Drills, Team Skills
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GQl4oILv5Q4 Video walkthrough of the 2v2 Continuous Backcheck Drill Elevate Your Team’s Game with the Two Versus Two Continuous Back Check Drill Hockey is a fast-paced, high-intensity sport that demands not only skill and speed but also a relentless work ethic, especially when it comes to defensive play. One of the most critical yet often under-practiced aspects of hockey is back checking—the art of hustling back to defend after a turnover or offensive rush. To help coaches and players master this essential skill, Jeremy Weiss of Weiss Tech Hockey introduces a dynamic and engaging drill: the Two Versus Two Continuous Back Check Drill. This drill is designed to simulate real-game scenarios in a confined space, pushing players to their limits while making the learning process enjoyable. Let’s break down the…
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27Aug 2009 by Jeremy Weiss 4 Comments
Perpetual Backcheck Drill

Perpetual Backcheck Drill

Conditioning, Hockey Drills, Individual Skill Drills
Perpetual Backcheck Drill The Perpetual Backcheck Drill is a great competition drill to keep players motivated and having fun while working on their conditioning. I use this one quite often with my own teams. Here's the diagram: Perpetual Backcheck Drill 1. First player in each line leaves and receives a pass from the coach. 2. Each player skates full speed down the ice and takes a shot. 3. Next player in line can't leave until the shot has been taken. 4. After the shot, the shooter will peel off and backcheck the next player in line. 5. Drill continues perpetually. Enjoy!   USE THIS DRILL IN YOUR OWN PRACTICE PLAN:
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