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Regroup Rush (R2) - Full Ice Version

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Regroup Rush (R2) is a progressive systems-based drill that teaches core fundamental concepts including neutral zone regroup, defensive gap control, and zone entry. Variations include 2v2 and 4v2. Can run as Full Ice 2-directions or 1-direction as half-ice or 3/4 ice.
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Coaching points

<b>Neutral Zone (NZ)&nbsp;</b><div><ul><li>Building time for forwards to exit the zone and re-enter with speed</li><li>Defensive puck control using D-to-D passing</li><li>Communication and coordination to regroup and attack with posession</li></ul><div><br></div><div>Defensive Zone (DZ)</div><div><ul><li>Defensemen gap control and forward-skating defensive strategies</li><li>Man-to-Man coverage (2v2) vs Zone coverage (4v2)</li><li>Communication and coordination</li></ul><div><br></div><div><b>Offensive Zone (OZ)</b></div><div><ul><li>Creating zone-entry with possession</li><li>Changing speed, net drive, cuts, and switches to generate scoring chances</li><li>Playing with pace to create scoring chances within 8-10 seconds&nbsp;</li></ul></div></div><br></div>

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