Hockeyexercise: quick transition in match form

Suitable for the following techniques: attack , defense , positional play , condition , build-up

Quick transition in match form

Setup
  • 3 teams: blue, red, and white.
  • Each team has 3, 4, or 5 players.
  • The attacking team (A) has 1 extra player (e.g., 3:2, 4:3).
  • One player from the defending team (B) is positioned with the trainer.
  • The non-playing team (C) is positioned at the centre line.
Execution
  • If team A scores, they defend with one player less.
  • Team B positions itself at the centre line and goes on the attack.
  • The trainer introduces the ball into play.
  • Alternate left and right sides.
Rotation
  • Attack from the left: Blue attacks, white defends, red is ready on the right.
  • Attack from the right: Blue defends with one player less, red attacks, white is ready on the left.
  • Attack from the left: White attacks, red defends with one player less, blue is ready.

Features of the exercise

9
15
Materials Needed:
1
1
8
Suitable for following levels:
U11
U12
U13
U14
U15
U16
U17
U18
U19
U20
U21
U22
Seniors