This video discusses different evasive maneuvers hockey players can use to create space and avoid defenders.
Coaching Points:
- Head and Body Fakes: Use head and body movements to mislead opponents and create openings for maneuvers.
- Stick Positioning: Keep your stick positioned effectively to control the puck and quickly change direction.
- Footwork: Engage in quick stops, starts, and cuts to execute changes in speed and direction to evade defenders.
- Use of Deception: Combine head, stick, and foot movements to disguise your intended direction, making it harder for opponents to anticipate your next move.
- Practice at Varying Speeds: Start practicing these maneuvers at a slower pace before gradually increasing speed to simulate game situations.
