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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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Diagrammer Tutorial: Drawing Lines
Quick how-to tutorial on options for drawing lines in our new drill diagammer.
The New Diagrammer Is Here
The new diagrammer has launched - and it's already the default! The single most-used tool on the platform was rebuilt from scratch. Give it a try today - no login or payment necessary.
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.