What are some drills for hockey?

Fun Hockey Drills

  • SCRIMMAGE. Scrimmaging is a great way to develop teamwork.
  • SHOOTOUT. Option 1:
  • TWO ON ONE. This drill is designed for both forwards and defence.
  • ONE PUCK HORSESHOE.
  • PASSING HORSESHOE.
  • RELAY RACES.
  • BRITISH BULL DOG.
  • SHOOTING.

How do you run a mite practice in hockey?

Initiation / Mite Level Hockey Drills

  1. Players skate all over the ice, stick handling the pucks.
  2. Coaches interact with the players passing the pucks back and forth.
  3. Encourage kids to hand the pucks, forehand, backhand, kick the pucks with their skates, no shooting against the boards.

What do you do at a hockey practice?

Basic Skill Development (skating, puck control, passing, shooting) should comprise 90% of your practice time. Remember you can work skills in game-like drills.

What is 6U Hockey?

The 6U Mite group consists of players ranging in age from 4 to 6 years old. This assumes that the players have first followed USA Hockey recommendations and taken a basic learn to skate and learn to play program. These two foundational programs will provide the rudimentary skills needed for the 6U program.

How can I practice hockey at home?

How to Practice Hockey Shooting at Home

  1. All Shooting Practice Is Good Practice.
  2. Choosing Your Space, Surface & Backboard.
  3. Set Up a Goal or Target.
  4. Pucks & Balls for At-Home Shooting.
  5. Shooting Drills: High, Low, Left, Right.
  6. Keep Track of Your Progress.

What is pocket hockey?

Pocket Hockey is a skill-based arcade game inspired by the classic air hockey experience. Unlike air hockey which is about having fast reaction skills, Pocket Hockey is about aiming and careful planning. There is no room for mistakes in this game, as failing to score a goal starts it over.