D Hershey 4 Pass Puck Retrieval helps players develop defensive zone puck retrieval skills.

Featured in the 2022 Global Skills Showcase, this drill from Brendan Taylor helps develop a defenceman’s skill set.

Description

Coach chips puck behind D1 who must hustle back to retrieve the puck before making a quick wall pass to D2. D2 passes to D3 who passes to D4 who passes quickly to D5. D5 makes quick evasive sliding action along the blue line and shoots quickly. All D rotate positions.

Key Points

• Good puck retrieval technique. Smooth pivot and 3 shoulder checks.
• Puck retrieval D can escape left or right