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SCORING IN TIGHT - Drill

SCORING IN TIGHT - Drill

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Mike McGinnis
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Trouble scoring in tight? Pucks bouncing over sticks? 

Try this drill to help players locate, quiet and release pucks quickly!

Progression 1 is for feel & technique only

Progression 2 creates a stressed environment

Adjust spacing and angles as you see fit, the outcome goal is to keep the shooter's success rate around 20-30%






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