Setting up an off-ice shooting session with proper hand positioning, puck placement, and technique helps players improve shot power and accuracy, translating better to on-ice performance.
Coaching Points:
- Puck Placement: Set pucks a few feet in front of you to allow a natural pull into your shooting position.
- Hand Positioning: Keep hands hip-width apart, with the top hand up and away from the body and bottom hand in a firm, controlled position.
- Weight Transfer for Power: Generate power primarily from the legs, transferring weight smoothly for more effective shots.
- Keep Head Up: Focus on keeping your head up to aim and develop the habit for game situations.
- Shooting Technique Over Quantity: Practise quality shots with correct form rather than focusing on high shot counts.
- Stay Patient: Practise consistently; while off-ice shooting is easier without skates, the skill will translate to on-ice improvement over time.
