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Summer 2026 Updates
We have been taking advantage of the off-season and have been hard at work updating our entire platform. From an updated interface, modernized 3d diagrammer, AI enhancements, new scouting and performance sections, and improved sharing options - there's lots to explore on HockeyShare v2.
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Summer 2026 Updates
We have been taking advantage of the off-season and have been hard at work updating our entire platform. From an updated interface, modernized 3d diagrammer, AI enhancements, new scouting and performance sections, and improved sharing options - there's lots to explore on HockeyShare v2.
Beta Testers
We are excited to begin user-testing many new improvements to our drill diagrammer and My Drills page. We have outlined many of the new features here: https://support.hockeyshare.com/article-categories/beta-testing-info/ Our user beta…
Pivot Out Warmup
New warmup drill added to the Free Hockey Drill database - Pivot Out Warmup Keeps 4-6 players active Focuses on multiple passes Includes pivots and escapes Run from the NZ…
December Drill Book: Puck Control
This month’s Drill Book features ten Puck Control Drill to help your team improve their puck skills. Each drill featured in the free Drill Book contains a link so you…
November Drill Book: Stations Drills
This month’s Drill Book features ten Stations Drill to help your team maximize ice utilization. Each drill featured in the free Drill Book contains a link so you can copy…
Defense Shooting Progression - Week 18 - High Soft Area Weak Side Part 2
This final week offers a final progression on creating offense by utilizing the high soft area on the weak side.
Defense Shooting Progression - Week 17 - High Soft Area Weak Side
This progression covers a drill for creating offense by dropping into the weak side high soft area.
Defense Shooting Progression - Week 16 - High Soft Area Strong Side
Engage in the offensive zone attack - this video covers a quick drill to seal the strong side wall and then activate in the zone.
Defense Shooting Progression - Week 15 - Half Wall Pass Strong Side
This progression adds an interactive passing dynamic with the high half-wall forward. This type of passing sequence is common in power plays and offensive zone seam walks.
Defense Shooting Progression - Week 14 - Backhand Catch Forehand Pull
This week we work on efficient movement while catching the puck on the backhand and quickly pulling the puck forehand to change the angle of the shot.
October Drill Book: 2 On 1 Drills
This month’s Drill Book features ten 2 on 1 drills to help your team generate offense. Each drill featured in the free Drill Book contains a link so you can…
Defense Shooting Progression - Week 13 - Forehand Pass Crossover Variation
This progression adds a crossover inside of our pivot using timing to cover ice efficiently.