The Alternating 4 v 3 Game allows teams to practice puck support, power play and penalty kill concepts.
Setup
- Play 4 v 3 cross ice.
- On every whistle the 4 v 3 changes in favor of the other team.
- Power play goals are worth 1 point while shorthanded goals are worth 2 points.
Coaching Points
- Offensive team: utilize your extra player by spreading out and supporting the puck carrier.
- Defensive team: keep sticks on the ice to block passing lanes and keep the puck to the outside. Compete hard so you can score those 2 point short handed goals!
Rotate to include red defense (4 v. 5).