Single Circle Pivot is a drill that helps develop a players ability to transition and pivot. Encourage players to have a deep knee bend and sink into their hips.
Description
Players line up on the goal line.
Coach directs player to the circle. Player skates hard to gain speed then pivots into a glide backwards at the top of the circle.
While going backwards the player then completes 2-4 crossovers backwards as they move around the circle.
At the bottom of the circle the player transitions forward.
Player repeats this pattern until they complete one and a half circles and then return to the line forwards.
Key Points
Reinforce proper pivot technique:
- Back of shoulders lead
- Deep knee bend
- Crossovers out of the pivot
When transitioning forward player should load hips and push off the back leg to move forward into a start.
Ensure you do drill in both directions.
