Deconstructing the Wrist Shot - Lesson 2 - Video 3. Shooting Accuracy

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Welcome to Lesson 2 - Video 3 of the Deconstructing the Wrist Shot Video Series!

If you missed the other videos, find them here:

Lesson 1 - Video 1 - Getting the Proper Stick
Lesson 1 - Video 2 - Hand and Arm Positioning
Lesson 1 - Video 3 - Blade of Stick and Puck Placement
Lesson 1 - Video 4 - Body Positioning
Lesson 2 - Video 1 - Stationary Shooting
Lesson 2 - Video 2 - Shooting in Motion

This video focuses on improving shooting accuracy by emphasizing proper body positioning, head-up shooting, controlled follow-through, and repetitive, targeted practice to develop consistent and precise wrist shots.

Coaching Points for Shooting Accuracy:

  1. Head-Up Shooting:

    • Always keep your head up and focus on your target, using peripheral vision if aiming to be deceptive.

  2. Controlled Follow-Through:

    • Follow through with your bottom hand and blade toward the target; avoid snapping or rolling the wrists unnecessarily.

  3. Practice Targeting Corners:

    • Begin with one corner (e.g., bottom left) and aim for consistency by hitting it repeatedly before moving on to other targets.

  4. Blade and Weight Control:

    • Maintain a cupped blade and transfer weight smoothly from the back foot to the front foot for better control and power.

  5. Quick Recovery:

    • After each shot, immediately bring the stick back into a ready position to prepare for rebounds or follow-up plays.

  6. Gradual Progression:

    • Start stationary to refine accuracy, then add motion and game-like scenarios as skills improve.

Encourage players to focus on quality over quantity during practice, aiming for precise, deliberate shots rather than rapid-fire, unstructured attempts.

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