Drill

Drills

Ice Hockey

Faceoff Tie-Up and Kick-Through

Win a draw when beaten on the initial clamp by tying up and kicking the puck back

10 min
5 x 10 reps starting from a lost clamp
Advanced
Demonstration video coming soon

Instructions

  1. 1Start each rep assuming your opponent wins the initial clamp.
  2. 2Tie up your opponent's stick immediately with your top hand to prevent a clean pull.
  3. 3Use your skate to kick the puck backward toward your teammate's spot.
  4. 4Release the tie-up and support the puck once possession is secured.

What to focus on

Immediate stick tie-up the instant the clamp is lost.

Common mistake

Reaching for the puck with the stick instead of tying up first.