1 on 1 Tips for Defenders

By: Ben Eaves

Coaching Points for a 1 on 1 (Defensively)

• On a rush the defense as to try and match the speed of the attacker.
• In defensive zone you have to take a good angle and try to dictate where you want the opponent to go.
• Make sure stick is on the ice with entire blade on the ice if possible.
• Use short stabs and not a sweeping motion to acheive stick on puck.
• Always face player and never turn back on opponent.
• Keep stability and never lunge at the opponent.
• Keep your eyes focused on the chest, not the puck.
• Try to go blade on blade while finishing with your body.