Hockey drill · by BenchIQ
Pursuit Angles to the Sideline
10U12U14UHigh SchoolOpen FieldBeginnerGroupDefenseFundamentals
A runner takes off down the sideline; the defense sprints pursuit angles that intercept him downfield — each defender aiming ahead of the ball, deeper than the man in front of him. Touch the runner's hip to finish the rep.
- Objective
- Great defenses are eleven correct angles at full speed.
- Minutes
- 10
- Players
- Whole defense
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Coaching points
Chase a SPOT, not the man. If he's even, he's leavin' — aim deeper. Backside players: your angle is the touchdown-saver.
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