The Fimmer Rimmer Drill from Wes Wolfe, focuses on picking up pucks off the rim and attacking the net. This two-shot drill emphasizes quick puck retrieval, getting off the wall into quality ice, and executing seam plays—all critical skills for power play flank players, net-front forwards, and defensemen in game scenarios.
Setup:
- Coach Position: Place a coach with pucks along the boards.
- Player Lineup: Players line up near the hash marks, representing power play players, forwards, or any skaters for skill development.
- Goaltender: Set up a goalie in the net to challenge shots.
Execution:
First Shot – Rim Pickup and Attack:
- The coach rims the puck along the boards.
- The player closest to the puck moves down the wall to meet the rim.
- The player's objective is to retrieve the puck cleanly, get off the wall into open ice, and immediately attack the net for a quick shot.
Second Shot – High Ice and Seam Play:
- After the first shot, the player retreats to the high slot, climbing to simulate the movement of a power play flank player.
- The coach steps out and delivers a seam pass to the player in the high slot.
- The player catches and releases the puck without dusting it off, simulating a quick shot off a seam play in a power play situation.
Key Teaching Points:
- Puck Retrieval: Focus on cleanly picking up the puck off the rim while maintaining speed and control.
- Wall Exit: Emphasize quick movements off the wall into quality ice for a better shooting angle.
- Seam Play Execution: Teach players to handle seam passes with precision and release the puck quickly for effective scoring opportunities.
- Game Application: Highlight how these skills translate to real game scenarios, especially on the power play.
Variations:
- Incorporate defensive pressure to challenge puck retrieval and wall exits.
- Add a second player to simulate a quick pass and shot combination after the seam play.
- Use this drill as a skill-focused exercise at the end of practice.
