1, 2, 3 Scrimmage encourages players to work on transitioning from offence to defence. Have players try to identify their checks as they come into the game.
Description
Coach sets up the net and marks an area for players benches.
Players line up in the marked out players benches.
On the first whistle players play 1vs1, on the second whistle 2vs2, on the third whistle 3vs3.
Once a player gains possession they need to pass to the coach before their team can score.
On the double whistle everyone returns to the benches
Key Points
Reinforce offensive tactics:
- 1vs1 skills
- Moving around defenders
Encourage defensive tactics:
- Checking
- Marking
If scoring is too easy coaches can set up a scoring line that players need to cross before scoring a goal or include a player to play as a goaltender.
