This video explains the proper technique for executing forehand and backhand saucer passes, focusing on hand positioning, blade control, and practice.
Coaching Points:
- Hand Positioning: Keep your top hand up and away from the body, with good separation between your top and bottom hands for better control.
- Blade Control: Begin with your blade cupped over the puck and, as you release, gently open the blade to get elevation.
- Forehand Saucer: Push with the bottom hand and allow the puck to travel from the heel to the middle of the blade while opening the blade slightly for lift.
- Backhand Saucer: Pull with the bottom hand and gently roll your wrist to elevate the puck over obstacles, just as you would with the forehand.
- Practice and Repetition: Repeated practice is essential to master this skill, ensuring comfort and consistency in execution.
- Game Application: Use the saucer pass at the right moments in a game, as it can either create excellent plays or lead to turnovers if not executed correctly.
