Hockeyexercises for u22

• The ball starts with red. White runs towards the ball. Red passes the ball to white and takes a few steps wide to the outside.
• White passes the ball back to red. Red passes the ball to blue.
• The second red (midfield player) moves inside while the second white (forward) moves outside.
• Blue passes deep along the line to the forward who has come to offer support there.
• The forward receives the ball and drives towards the goal.
• The midfield player comes in to guard the forward and receives the ball.
• The midfield player drives into the circle and shoots at the goal.

• Add two defenders (see red and white triangles).
• The red triangle applies pressure from behind on white and then takes the shortest route to the goal.
• The white triangle chooses whether to close off the line (pass 7) or to move inside with red.
• Blue must decide whether the pass can go along the line or needs to go inside.
• A 3 versus 2 situation arises with the two triangles against red (midfield player), white (pivot), and white (forward).
• If necessary, an additional defender can be placed at the edge of the circle.
• Optionally, an extra forward can be added from the other side (blue triangle).
• If the exercise can only be executed on one side at a time, an extra pass can be added before pass 1, for example, a cross-field pass from the other side of the playing field.

• Distribute balls over three cones: red, white, and blue.
• Red starts with a ball, dribbles towards the circle, and performs a passing movement at the cones on the edge of the circle.
• Red then shoots at the goal.
• At that moment, white dribbles with a ball towards the baseline and makes a loop around the cones.
• White looks for a pass (preferably perpendicular) towards red who has come forward after the shot.
• Red receives this pass and shoots at the goal (this can also be done directly without receiving).
• Red then continues towards a post or the penalty spot.
• Blue gives a hard pass to the spot where red is positioned.
• Red preferably tips this ball.

• Rotate in the sequence: red > white > blue.
• At least 3 forwards, 4 is also possible, and preferably with a goalkeeper.
• With 3 forwards: play with rebound.
• With 4 forwards: maximum 1 quick rebound and then rotate to avoid long waiting.

• The exercise is performed on both the left and right sides, allowing players to practice their skills in both directions.
• Three players are active in the exercise simultaneously, while the remaining players double up their positions.
• The exercise begins with a fast and accurate pass from the first player to the second player.
• The second player receives the ball and quickly handles it to pass it on to the third player.
• The third player completes the exercise by either passing the ball back to the first player with precision or choosing a new direction.

• Start on the right side of the pitch.
• Pass the ball to the forehand of the drag-flicker.
• Use a feeder and a pusher for the execution.

• Direct on goal: The drag-flicker shoots directly at the goal after receiving the ball.
• Push to feeder for tip-in: The pusher returns the ball to the feeder for a quick tip-in towards the goal.
• Slide to the left: After receiving the ball, the drag-flicker slides the ball to a player on the left side for a shot on goal.

• To improve attacking technique and finishing on goal in an indoor hockey situation.

• Player 1 passes the ball to Player 2, who receives it and returns it to Player 1.
• Player 1 receives the ball and plays it off the boards to the oncoming Player 3.
• Player 3 carries the ball on the backhand into the corner, makes a strong turn onto the forehand, and dribbles a few metres inside with the ball.
• Player 3 passes back to the top of the circle.
• After passing to Player 3, Player 1 continues towards the top of the circle, receives the ball on the move, and finishes on goal.

• Players rotate according to the pattern: 1-3-2-1.
• The exercise can be set up twice if there are enough players.

• A passes the ball to B.
• C moves towards the space on the sideline and accelerates in that direction.
• C receives a strong pass from B.
• C and D play a two against one against the red defender.

• Improve coordination and teamwork in situations of numerical superiority.

• If the defender recovers the ball, attempt to score in the small goal on the side.

Execution

• Sprint within 35 seconds (adjust time if necessary).
• Touch the line with your hand when turning.
• Follow the course: from the backline to the 23-metre line, back to the backline, to the centre line, back to the backline, to the 23-metre line, and back to the backline.
• Take 30 seconds rest and repeat the sprint.

• Player A passes the ball wide across the entire width to the right.
• Player B receives the ball openly and plays it deep to Player C, who has run towards the line.
• Player C immediately plays the ball wide back to Player B, who positions themselves there.
• Player B passes the ball to Player D, who positions themselves from outside the circle.
• Player D runs with the ball along the baseline back into the circle and plays the ball to the top where Player A is now positioned.
• Player A shoots at the goal.

• B to A
• A to C - white to blue
• C to D - blue to orange
• D to B - orange to red
• B to A - red cone to white

• Player 1 passes the ball to Player A.
• Player A receives the ball and dribbles around the cones.
• Player A finishes on goal.
• After the shot, Player A positions themselves immediately for the second ball.
• Almost simultaneously, Player 2 passes the ball to Player B.
• Player B dribbles the ball around the circle and passes to Player A.

• Timing: Pay attention to when Player 2 starts.
• After the shot, Player A must switch immediately and position themselves.
• Player A must be passed to in stride/motion.

• Player A starts with the ball and passes to Player B.
• Player B receives the ball and passes directly back to Player A.
• Player C moves wide and receives a firm pass from Player A.
• Player B moves towards the circle and gets the ball back from Player C, who cannot play forward due to a defender.
• Player B receives the ball, accelerates towards the circle, and strikes at goal.

Objective

• Quickly transition between attack and defence.

Setup

• The field between the 23-metre line and the centre line is divided into two parts.
• There are three teams of 3 players each.
• Two teams play against each other, while the third team has a rest period.
• Team 1 and Team 2 play against each other: The objective of Team 1 is to score. The objective of Team 2 is to get the ball to Team 3.
• When a goal is scored, the other team must switch to defence for the next game.
• Example: Team 1 scores against Team 2, then Team 2 plays as the defensive team against Team 3.
• When Team 2 intercepts the ball, they pass it to Team 3.
• Team 3 starts the attack on Team 1 as soon as they receive the ball.
• Team 1 then transitions from attack to defence.
• Team 2 takes the place of Team 3 and waits for the game between 3 and 1 to conclude.

Variations

• The number of players per team can be adjusted.
• The field can be made narrower.

Key Points

• The game should continue as much as possible.
• As a coach, it is helpful to have enough balls on hand to support the game.

• Player A starts with the ball and passes to Player B.
• Player B receives the ball and passes to Player C.
• Player C receives the ball and plays it wide to the advancing Player A.
• Player A receives the ball, creating a 3 versus 2 situation against the defenders.
• Defenders start in the circle and may step out as soon as Player C has received the ball.
• Attackers attempt to score on the large goal.
• Defenders score in the small goal at the sideline.