Hockey Session (Performance Phase): Cross-Cage Two-Ball Series

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Objective: Encourage your goalkeepers to get on angle quickly and be balanced for two quick shots.

Set Up:

• Two piles of balls on the right and left side of the circle

The Drill:

• Goalkeeper starts on the opposite post than where the shot is coming from
• When the coach yells go the goalkeeper runs quickly to get on angle
• As soon as the goalkeeper is set, the coach sends a shot to the far post
• After the save, the coach sends a second shot toward the near post
• Play out the second ball if the rebound stays in the circle

Points of Emphasis:

• Encourage your goalkeepers to execute a one-time clear out of the circle
• Pay attention to your goalkeeper's set position—make sure their weight is forward, hands are up, and they are on angle
• Get your goalkeeper to move quickly to get on angle for the shot

Recommended:If your goalkeeper is not on angle, pause before starting the shot sequence to get them in the correct position.Start your shots at 50-75% power to build their confidence.Set up gates low on either side of the circle to give your goalkeepers a target for their clears.After 4-6 rounds on the right side, switch to the left.