Ice Hockey
Angling to the Boards
Take away time and space by angling an attacker toward the boards
12 min
8 x 1 angling reps against a puck carrier
Intermediate
Why this drill
Builds toward take away time and space by angling an attacker toward the boards.
Instructions
- 1Start in a defensive stance facing an attacker skating up the wing.
- 2Take an angle that closes the middle of the ice, not a straight-line chase.
- 3Force the attacker toward the boards while staying on your feet, not diving.
- 4Finish the angle by separating the attacker from the puck with body position.
What to focus on
Angle that closes the middle lane before contact with the boards.
Recommended reps
8 x 1 angling reps against a puck carrier
Common mistake
Skating straight at the puck carrier and getting beat wide.