Hockeyexercise: 1-on-2 defence

Suitable for the following techniques: defense

1-on-2 defence

Objective
  • Delay the play as a defender. Taking the ball is fun, but not the main objective.
Execution
  • The attacker starts at the 23-metre line and plays the ball straight to the defender.
  • The defender plays the ball back to the attacker.
  • After the return pass, the play is open and both players can move freely.
Focus Points for the Defender
  • Always keep both hands on your stick.
  • Carefully decide when to step towards the ball.
  • Pay attention to your position relative to the attackers.
Setup
  • This exercise can be performed on both sides of the field.

Features of the exercise

3
20
Materials Needed:
Not applicable
Suitable for following levels:
U17
U18