This video focuses on the fundamentals and progression of shooting in stride, starting from stationary positions and advancing to roller blades and crossovers, emphasizing weight transfer, timing, and maintaining movement to keep goalies off balance.
Coaching Points:
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Weight Transfer: Step into your shot by transferring weight to the shooting foot (inside or outside, depending on the situation) to generate power and balance.
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Timing: Synchronize your stride with the shot to ensure a fluid and powerful release. Practice stepping and shooting simultaneously for consistent execution.
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Hands Position: Keep your top hand up and away from your body to control the stick, while pushing with the bottom hand to add flex and power to your shot.
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Shoulder Drive: Focus on driving your shoulders toward the net to maintain forward momentum and ensure accuracy and power in your shot.
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Stay in Motion: Continuously move your feet while shooting to make it harder for goalies to predict your shot and adjust their angles.
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Progression: Begin stationary, then add stickhandling, and gradually incorporate roller blades or skates for game-like simulation.
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Crossover Shooting: Incorporate crossovers into your stride to practice shooting off balance or in dynamic situations, simulating game scenarios where you need to evade a defender.
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Head Up: Keep your head up to scan the ice and target your shot, using peripheral vision to locate shooting lanes while maintaining control of the puck.
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Game Simulation: Practice looking in one direction and shooting in another to add deception and challenge the goalie’s positioning.
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Consistency and Repetition: Focus on quality over quantity, ensuring every shot emphasizes proper technique and timing to build muscle memory.
