Drill

Instructions

1. 1Catch a feed while a defender trails and closes from behind.
2. 2Shoot within two steps of the catch, keeping the stick away from the check.
3. 3Maintain the same hip-first mechanics used in unpressured reps.
4. 4Rotate attacker and defender roles every set.

What to focus on

Protecting the stick while still generating hip rotation under pressure.

Common mistake

Rushing the release and losing hip rotation entirely once a defender closes.