Small Area 1vs1 is used to teach individual skills in a condensed area. Encourage players to move away from their check to get open for a pass.
Description
Coach sets up the net near the bottom of the circles and draws a scoring line 10-15 feet from the net.
Players line up inline with the net in the corners.
Coach places a puck in the corner and says "Go"
Players leave at the same time.
Before a player can score they need to pass to the coach.
Players change on the whistle and return to their lines.
Switch lines closet to the boards half way through.
Key Points
Ensure players use proper passing technique:
- Using heel of stick
- Push and pull with hands
- Follow through with bottom hand
Encourage players to play defence:
- Lift sticks
- Stealing pucks
- Angle attacking player away from the net
