Ice Hockey
Gap Control Backward Reps
Hold a tight gap while skating backward under control
12 min
8 x 1 rush (partner attacker, no shot)
Intermediate
Demonstration video coming soon
Instructions
- 1Start at the blue line skating backward with an active stick.
- 2Match the attacker's speed to keep a stick-length gap.
- 3Stay square and steer them to the wall instead of reaching.
- 4Finish each rep with a pivot and body position between them and the net.
What to focus on
Stick on the ice, gap stays tight.
Common mistake
Backing in too far and giving up the blue line.