1 vs 1 Tag engages players to work on their edges to be evasive. Encourage players to use thier skating techniques to get away from the other player.

Description

Players line up at the top of the circles.

When the coach says "Go" the first player runs away from the second player.

The second player starts on a knee to give the first player a head start.

The second player attempts to tag the first player.

If/When the 1st player gets caught players switch roles.

The 1st player touches one knee to the ice in order to give the second player a head start.

Players go until the whistle.

Key Points

Utilize proper turn technique:

• Shoulder checks
• Use of edges
• Timing and spacing

Encourage the player chasing to work hard.