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Instructional hockey videos provided by M2 Hockey in conjunction with HockeyShare.com.
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Penalty Killing Tips & Tricks
Video tips and tricks for forwards and defensemen on the penalty kill.
Surrounding the Puck (Video)
Surrounding the puck is a skill for any advanced level player to master. It involves quickly turning your body around the puck to execute a pass in another direction quickly. In this video, we demonstrate the concept in the neutral zone.
Indirect Passing - Basic Overview (Video)
In this week's video, we cover the basic concepts behind making indirect passes. In particular, we discuss making board and area passes, and what to look for in different scenarios to make effective passes.
Quick Start Training Drill (Video)
This week's video covers a skill development drill that focuses on the technique, control, and balance necessary for an effective V Start / Quick Start.
Poke Check Technique & Tips (Video)
In this video we outline the basic concepts and techniques behind the poke check. We also cover three different scenarios to use the poke check and offer tips for executing it effectively.
Hip Open Defense Variation (Video)
This week's video is a variation on the drill demonstrated in our last video. In this drill, we add in a defensive pivot off a one-foot stop to develop balance and change of direction power.
Hip Open Power Skating Drill (Video)
The ability to effectively open your hips while pivoting is a key in generating power in the opposite direction. This simple to set up drill helps players develop the ability to change directions effectively.
Eyes of the Puck
This video explains the difference between the view of the shooter and the view of the puck, as well as how it relates to goal scoring. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-iVh9bNR7Lo
Changing the Shot Angle
One technique to score more goals is to change the angle of your shot while you're setting up to shoot. This week's video covers the basics of how to execute the shot while changing the shooting angle, as well as why it's effective.
Developing the Cross-Under Push
The cross-under push is one key to generating maximum power with each cross-over a skater takes. This video breaks down the process of developing the cross-under push: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ed8uE9ApPhs&feature=plcp
Attacking the Low Seam - Video
In this video, we cover the fundamental concepts for attacking a low goal line seam from a drive off the half wall. This concept can be used as a base for a drill off of several different variations.
One Foot Stop & Accelerate - Video
The One Foot Stop & Accelerate drill is a power skating maneuver focusing on the development of balance, accelerating power, and the drive of the upper body.