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Description

X1 and X2 head down ice 2 on 1 vs. D1 X3 backchecks the play Once the rush is complete, X3 swings to either side - whichever side X3 swings is on offense for a rush back the other way. The other side backchecks. (in this diagram, X4 is on offense and X5 backchecks). Drill is continuous (X5 will swing after the backcheck)

Key Points

Backchecking Conditioning 2 on 1 Rushes Defensive Communication Defensive Responsibilities

Notes

Setup: Pucks in all 4 corners. Forwards in all 4 corners. Defense in one line at the red line (or on the bench)