Power Play Game Long Short

Setup:

• Net Placement:
  • One net is set lengthwise on one half of the ice.
  • The other net is set widthwise on the opposite half.
• Player Positions:
  • Power Play Unit 1 sets up on one side (lengthwise).
  • Power Play Unit 2 sets up on the other side (widthwise).
  • Coaches are positioned near the middle with pucks.
• Penalty Killers: Add 2, 3, or 4 penalty killers on each side based on the desired level of difficulty.

Execution:

1. Starting the Drill:
   • The coach rims a puck to one side (either lengthwise or widthwise).
   • The receiving side (Power Play Unit) executes a 5-on-3 power play, while the penalty killers attempt to clear the puck.
   • The opposite side rests and prepares for their turn.
2. Switching Sides:
   • When the penalty killers successfully clear the puck, they send it to the opposite side.
   • The resting Power Play Unit now transitions to a 5-on-3 power play while the previous side rests.
3. Gameplay Rules:
   • Penalty killers focus on clearing the puck quickly and effectively.
   • Power play players work on maintaining possession, quick puck movement, and creating scoring chances in a small area.
4. Rotations:
   • Play continues for 30–40 seconds before players rest.
   • Rotate players between sides (lengthwise and widthwise) to ensure equal reps in both areas.

Key Teaching Points:

• Quick Decisions: Encourage players to make fast, effective decisions with limited time and space.
• Puck Movement: Focus on crisp, accurate passes to maintain puck possession under pressure.
• Positioning: Reinforce proper power play positioning and spacing in a condensed area.
• Penalty Killers: Teach effective puck clears and defensive positioning.

Variations:

• Adjust the number of penalty killers to increase or decrease pressure.
• Allow penalty killers to apply more aggressive pressure for added difficulty.
• Experiment with time constraints to simulate real-game scenarios.