If there's one thing we can all do more at practice it's start drills with faceoffs. Wins, losses, whatever, but they're a crucial part of the game. Check out Hockey Alberta's Mike McGinnis' small area game that kicks off with a faceoff.

Description

• Nets are cross ice in one zone, players start lined up 3on3 with a faceoff
• Each team is trying to score on the goalie behind them
• Teams play until a whistle, goal, or whatever the coach decides

Key Points

• Players need to be aggressive off a faceoff loss
• Wingers need to come in and help on the draw win or lose