This video focuses on improving shot accuracy through proper technique, consistency, and progression, emphasizing controlled movements and target-focused shooting.
Coaching Points:
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Puck Positioning: Keep the puck close to your body and in a strong shooting area to maintain control and maximize leverage during the shot.
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Follow-Through Mechanics: Drive your bottom glove toward the target and ensure your blade follows through in the intended direction, whether aiming high or low.
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Body and Hand Positioning: Keep your top hand up and away from your body to add leverage and flex to your stick for more powerful shots.
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Focus on Specific Targets: Start by consistently aiming at one area of the net, hitting the same spot repeatedly before progressing to other areas.
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Driving to the Net: Ensure your shoulders and body momentum drive toward the net, regardless of whether you're shooting off your left or right foot.
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Add Progressions: Once comfortable, back up to increase shooting distance, incorporate stick handling, and eventually add movement to simulate game-like scenarios.
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Use Visual Aids: Hang a bag or target in the net to make practice more engaging and to provide a specific focus for accuracy training.
Practicing these steps consistently builds better shot accuracy and confidence during gameplay.
