Ice Hockey
Low-to-High Cycle Play
Cycle the puck from below the goal line up to the point for a shot
12 min
6 x cycle sequences to a point shot
Intermediate
Why this drill
Builds toward cycle the puck from below the goal line up to the point for a shot.
Instructions
- 1Start with the puck below the goal line under mild pressure.
- 2Protect the puck along the boards and look up ice for the point defenseman.
- 3Complete a firm pass up to the point man, then release for a new lane.
- 4Have the point man take the shot or continue the cycle to the far side.
What to focus on
Puck protection and a clean pass out under pressure.
Recommended reps
6 x cycle sequences to a point shot
Common mistake
Forcing a pass through a covered lane instead of protecting and resetting.