Cross Ice Puck Handling gets players working on their edges and hands. Have players get their top hand out to control the puck.
Description
Coach draws lines on the ice to designate starting point and end point on either side of the zone. Players line up behind the line on one side near the border.
Players skate to the far cone while practicing their glide position and crossovers on alternating lobes.
Have players stop at the far side and wait for the rest of the participants.
Key Points
Encourage players to get heir top hand away from their body to assist with pushing the puck.
Use all parts of the stick blade to cup the puck.
Utilize the top wrist to control the movement of the puck.
