This video demonstrates advanced techniques for playing the puck off the boards (wall play) with a focus on quick touches and positioning to create offensive opportunities.
Coaching Bullet Points:
- Hand Positioning: Keep the top hand up and the blade cupped to maintain control when picking up pucks off the boards.
- Distance from the Boards: Stay a little off the boards to improve the angle and control of the puck, avoiding awkward bounces.
- Quick Touches: Practice tapping the puck quickly off the wall with backhand or forehand to make fast passes or plays.
- Shoulder Check: Always shoulder check before retrieving a puck to assess pressure and locate teammates.
- Add Pressure: Progress drills by adding pressure from a defender to simulate real-game scenarios and improve decision-making.
- Evasive Movements: Use quick fakes or movements along the boards to escape pressure and create space for a pass or shot.
