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    The Skills of Hockey

    A step-by-step guide to performing and coaching the skills of

    hockey.

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    The Skills of Hockey

    Hockey is a sport made up of many different skills. The ability to execute skills consistently and with thecorrect technique is vital to the development of all players.

    This document provides players and coaches a guide to performing a range of hockey skills. The skills ofhockey have been divided into 3 tiers.

    Tier 1 (red band)The most basic skills of hockey and these should be learnt 1 st

    Tier 2 (blue band)Features developmental skills and should be developed once all tier 1 skills are at a capable level

    Tier 3 (yellow band)Advanced skills of hockey and should be taught to players who are sound in all other skills

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    Grip and Stick Height

    Grip Place the stick on the ground with the flat

    side facing the ground and the hook on theright side pointing away from you

    With the left hand pick up the stick at thevery top

    The right hand moves forward to shakehands with the stick around 1/3 of the waydown the grip

    *when rotating the stick only the left hand willrotate with the right hand acting as a guide

    Stick Height Get the player standing with their feet

    together and knees straight

    The correct stick height will be about halfway between the players hip and hip joint.

    Associated Links and Documents :

    Video

    http://www.youtube.com/user/Hockeysa1?feature=mhee#p/c/DE856D1469F88FD3/8/_YXG2hZ0XgA

    The basic grip of the hockey stick

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    1.2 Dribbling (Indian dribble)

    Grip Players should grip their stick with their left

    hand at the top of the stick

    Their right hand about 1/3 the ways downthe stick.

    Technique Players should keep the ball on their stick at

    all times whilst dribbling. To change direction the player should rotate

    the stick using their left hand and changedirection whilst keeping the stick in contactwith the ball.

    The ball should ideally stay in front of theplayers body

    Coaching Points

    Stick should stay in contact with ball, evenduring change of direction The ball should be in front of the player Player should have their vision forward

    Associated Links and Documents:

    Video

    http://www.youtube.com/user/Hockeysa1?feature=mhee#p/c/DE856D1469F88FD3/7/JLmfUf4GiSs

    As stick turns stays in contact with ball

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    1.3 Dragging Left to Right

    Grip Players should grip their stick with their left

    hand at the top of the stick

    Their right hand about 1/3 the ways downthe stick.

    Technique The player should keep their stick on the ball Rotate stick using left hand only Drag ball across body (ideally on a 45-90

    degree angle) Ball should be returned to running with the

    ball position quickly after drag is complete

    Coaching Points Player should run to the right of the tackler

    to create space to drag into

    Body weight should transfer with drag of ball Vision should remain up Player may tuck back in behind once drag

    is complete

    Associated Links and Documents:

    Video

    http://www.youtube.com/user/Hockeysa1?feature=mhee#p/c/DE856D1469F88FD3/1/idLUl_plZA0

    At point of drag player transfers body weight at same time

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    1.4 Dragging Right to Left

    Grip Players should grip their stick with their left

    hand at the top of the stick

    Their right hand about 1/3 the ways downthe stick.

    Technique The player should keep their stick on the ball Player should approach drag in running with

    the ball position

    Drag ball across body (ideally 90 degreeangle) Ball should be returned to running with the

    ball position quickly after drag is complete bykeeping stick on ball

    Coaching Points

    Player should run to the left of the tackler tocreate space to drag into Body weight should transfer with drag of ball Vision should remain up Player may tuck back in behind once drag

    is complete

    Associated Links and Documents:

    Video

    http://www.youtube.com/user/Hockeysa1?feature=mhee#p/c/DE856D1469F88FD3/0/E4N6HFh4l14

    Stick to remain on ball throughout drag

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    1.5 Jinking Left to Right

    Grip Players should grip their stick with their left

    hand at the top of the stick

    Their right hand about 1/3 the ways downthe stick.

    Technique The player should keep their stick on the ball Player should complete same motion as Left

    to right dragging

    Drag must be completed at quicker speed When rotating stick back onto the flat angle

    stick face to allow ball to roll slightly up shaftof stick

    Carry ball forward slightly whilst on stickbefore allowing to drop

    Coaching Points Ball speed of drag must be quick Jink should be no higher then halfway up

    shin Player to use shovel style to lift ball but

    hands not to change grip.

    Associated Links and Documents:

    Video

    http://www.youtube.com/user/Hockeysa1?feature=mhee#p/c/DE856D1469F88FD3/15/Y63UWCUUeeA

    At completion of drag stick is angled to jink ball

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    1.6 Jinking Right to Left

    Grip Players should grip their stick with their left hand

    at the top of the stick

    Their right hand about 1/3 the ways down thestick.

    Technique The player should keep their stick on the ball Player should complete same motion of Right

    to Left drag.

    Drag must be completed at quicker speed When rotating stick onto reverse angle stick

    face to allow ball to roll slightly up shaft of stick Carry ball forward slightly whilst on stick before

    allowing to drop

    Coaching Points

    Ball speed of drag must be quick Jink should be no higher then halfway up shin Player to use shovel style to lift ball but hands not

    to change grip.

    Associated Links and Documents:

    Video

    http://www.youtube.com/user/Hockeysa1?feature=mhee#p/c/DE856D1469F88FD3/15/Y63UWCUUeeA

    Ball is carried on stick before dropping back to ground

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    Section 2: Distribution

    The ability for player to distribute the ball is essential at levels of hockey. Players must be able to distribute the ball overvary distances at varying speed.

    Distribution of the ball should be simple and effective with players able to distribute the ball on all angles using a variety ofskills.

    2.1 PushingThe quickest and most effective way of moving with the ball

    2.2 Slap HitControlling the ball and moving it from side to side

    2.3 HitEliminating a player by moving the ball Left to Right

    2.4 Reverse PushEliminating a player by moving the ball Right to Left

    2.5 Reverse SlideEliminating a player by moving the ball Left to Right and in the air

    2.6 TomahawkEliminating a player by moving the ball Right to Left and in the air

    2.7 OverheadThe ability to flick the ball over players to a team mate.

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    2.1 Pushing

    Grip Players should grip their stick with their left

    hand at the top of the stick Their right hand about 1/3 the ways down

    the stick.

    Technique Player to start with the ball close to line of

    their right foot, standing side on to thedirection they wish to push.

    The stick starts in contact with the ball. Players to lunge forward (ideally with left

    foot out towards the line they wish the ball togo).

    The ball should stay in contact of the stick asthey push forward.

    On release the right wrist should flex (similarto throwing a ball) to gain power

    The follow through of the stick should be lowand around the body.

    Coaching Points Stick to in contact with ball for the duration

    of movement

    Associated Links and Documents:

    Video

    http://www.youtube.com/user/Hockeysa1?feature=mhee#p/c/8/_YXG2hZ0XgA

    The start of the push stick on ball

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    2.2 Slap Hit

    Grip Players should grip their stick with their

    hands together at the very top of the stick.

    Technique The player should have the ball level with

    their front foot (left). The player should be step forward with the

    left foot with their right knee almosttouching the ground to get the player low.

    A very low backswing is used and the stickshould be brought back through the ballalong the surface.

    During the follow through the stick shouldstay on the surface and follow througharound the body.

    Coaching Points Make sure hands are together at top of stick sweep style of stick, controlled mainly be

    wrists Players should be execute skills very low.

    Associated Links and Documents:

    Video

    http://www.youtube.com/user/Hockeysa1?feature=mhee#p/c/8/_YXG2hZ0XgA

    At point of contact stick almost be parallel to surface

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    2.3 Hit

    Grip When hitting players should grip their stick with their

    hands together. The hands are usually positioned slightly down the

    grip in a position that allows the player to swing thestick freely and easily.

    Technique Player should start almost side on to target with Left

    foot forward The player should commence their backswing by

    taking the stick around their body with the handsstaying level with the hips.

    As the back swing commences the player should step

    forward with their left foot towards the ball. At point of impact the left foot should be level withthe ball and the right foot should be behind the line ofthe left foot to aid with balance and rotation.

    The distance the ball is away from the player mayvary due to height of player.

    Follow through see the stick follow around the playersbody.

    Coaching Points Make sure hands are together at top of stick sweep style of stick, controlled mainly be wrists Players should be execute skills very low.

    Associated Links and Documents:

    Video

    http://www.youtube.com/user/Hockeysa1?feature=mhee#p/c/8/_YXG2hZ0XgA

    Follow through of the hit stay nice and low

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    2.4 Reverse Push

    Grip Players should grip their stick with their left

    hand at the top of the stick Their right hand about 1/3 the ways down

    the stick

    Technique Player will have the ball in carrying the ball

    position Stick should remain in contact with ball Just before making pass will rotate stick over

    the ball (make sure stick is still upright) Ball should move just outside the line of the

    left foot The push is made by pulling the right hand

    (back of hand facing direction ball will go) Ball should flat along surface

    Coaching Points

    Ball remains in contact with stick Ball is out in front of body when pass ismade

    Player to follow through with stick indirection of pass, but no higher then knee

    Associated Links and Documents:

    Videohttp://www.youtube.com/user/Hockeysa1?feature=mhee#

    p/c/DE856D1469F88FD3/19/F74Io5fECe0

    Stick to start on ball and bottom hand to control push

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    2.5 Reverse Slide

    Grip Players should grip their stick with their left

    hand at the top of the stick Their right hand about 1/3 the ways down

    the stick.

    Technique Player to stand with front shoulder side on to

    target. Players to bend knees to be low to execute

    slide Player to rotate stick in hands so flat side of

    stick is facing upwards Small backswing around body and slide stick

    along surface to knock ball with edge ofstick

    Player to follow through with stick low andclose to surface

    Coaching Points Ball remains in contact with stick Ball is out in front of body when pass is

    made Player to follow through with stick in

    direction of pass, but no higher then knee

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    Stick to facing up into the air to slide ball with side of stick

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    2.5 Reverse Upright

    Grip When hitting players should grip their stick

    with their hands together. The hands are usually positioned slightly

    down the grip in a position that allows theplayer to swing the stick freely and easily.

    Technique The ball should in line with the centre of the

    body at impact Stick head should move in a half circle

    rotation Stick face to be square to direction of hit Player to bend knees and hit ball off either

    right or left foot Follow through to be short

    Coaching Points Hands are together and slightly down the

    stick Short and quick swing is used Player is side on to target at point of impact

    Associated Links and Documents:

    Videohttp://www.youtube.com/user/Hockeysa1?feature=mhee#

    p/c/DE856D1469F88FD3/14/r6NLMxhOJAk

    Hands together and slightly down grip of stick

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    2.6 Tomahawk

    Grip Players should grip their stick with hands

    together Ideally hands will be at very top of stick but

    may be slightly down grip if more comfortable.

    Technique Player should be set-up at 90 degrees to target Player should have right foot extended towards

    ball almost in a lunging action Players swing should come from around body

    and impact ball with stick almost parallel withsurface

    Ball should impact 5-10cm up stick from thehead, on the side of stick

    Follow through should stay low and player notto come up after impact of ball

    Coaching Points Swing is controlled Ball is hit with side of stick and part way up the

    shaft of stick Player is bending knees to get low for good

    impact

    Associated Links and Documents:

    Videohttp://www.youtube.com/user/Hockeysa1?feature=mhee#p/c/DE856D1469F88FD3/9/DfTNB_r99r8

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    2.7 Overhead

    Grip Players should grip their stick with their left hand at

    the top of the stick Their right hand about 1/3 the ways down the stick

    Technique Start with the stick in contact with the ball Left foot should be in a position to be able to step

    past the ball The Left hand should be touching the inside of the

    right fore-arm Upon stepping the right shoulder comes in behind the

    ball Left foot should move to in front of the ball (or close

    too) upon picking up ball At point of picking up ball, flex the right wrist (similar

    to throwing a tennis) and flick the ball upwards

    Coaching Points Body should be low, with right shoulder in behind the

    ball Wrist used to supply the flicking action

    Experienced players may start with stick not on ball.

    Associated Links and Documents:

    Video

    http://www.youtube.com/user/Hockeysa1?feature=mhee# p/c/DE856D1469F88FD3/12/RmDCWTIZpI8

    Left hand to tuck onto right forearm to generate lift

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    Section 3: Receiving

    Receiving the ball is a important skill of hockey players of all ages. There are many forms of receivinghowever all receiving should be based around getting the ball quickly into a position to execute thenext skill. With good receiving players are able to set-up the next play efficiently and easily.

    Receiving is also crucial in defensive roles as interceptions and turning defence into attack.

    3.1 - Fore stick receiveThe quickest and most effective way of moving with the ball

    3.2 Reverse stick receiveControlling the ball and moving it from side to side

    3.3 Receive with deceptionEliminating a player by moving the ball Left to Right

    3.4 Receive aerial ballsEliminating a player by moving the ball Right to Left

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    3.1 Fore stick receive

    Grip Players should grip their stick with their left hand at

    the top of the stick Their right hand about 1/3 the ways down the stick.

    Technique The player should have their feet apart with the head

    of their stick on the ground and in line with the ball. Players should ideally have their left foot forward for

    balance. The stick head should remain on the ground to catch

    the ball in one movement The ball should be received just behind the line of the

    left foot on the head of the stick.

    The ball should be received on the head of the stick

    Coaching Points Player moves so head is over the line of the ball when

    receiving Stick should be angled slightly forward to stop ball

    from bouncing up Players are not adjusting right hand on stick for

    trapping

    Ball should be received on head of stick to allowsimple movement to next skill

    Associated Links and Documents:

    Videohttp://www.youtube.com/user/Hockeysa1?feature=mhee#p/c/8/_YXG2hZ0XgA

    Stick angled slightly forward to stop ball becoming lifted

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    3.2 Reverse stick receive (upright)

    Grip Players should grip their stick with their left

    hand at the top of the stick Their right hand about 1/3 the ways down

    the stick.

    Technique The player should have their feet apart and

    side on to where ball is coming with the headof their stick on the ground and in line withthe ball.

    Players should ideally have their right footforward

    As ball is coming turn stick and keep head ofstick on ground Players must cushion ball in and ball should

    be trapped just behind line of right foot

    Coaching Points Stick should be angled slightly forward to

    stop ball from bouncing up

    Players are not adjusting right hand on stickfor trapping Ball should be received on head of stick to

    allow simple movement to next skill

    Associated Links and Documents:

    Knees bent to provide a solid base to receive

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    3.3 Receive with deception

    Grip Players should grip their stick with their left

    hand at the top of the stick Their right hand about 1/3 the ways down

    the stick.

    Technique The players should use either the fore stick

    or reverse stick receive technique As ball is coming towards player body weight

    should be towards the ball As ball arrives either accelerate forward or

    push off foot to drop back and receive ball ina different position

    Coaching Points Stick remain close or on the ground

    throughout movement Player does not move too early Player is aware of the space to move into

    prior to receiving the ball.

    Associated Links and Documents:

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    Section 4: Tackling

    There are several forms of tackling that a player may use to get the ball from the opposition.

    Tackling requires a combination of good footwork and sound timing. The ability to win the ball cleanlyback for your team is one of the most important at all levels of hockey.

    4.1 Block tackleThe most safe and basic form of tackling

    4.2 - Reverse block tackleAn effective way of tackling on the reverse stick side

    4.3 Poke/Jab tackleA form of tackling used to reach out and tackle and opponent

    4.4 Shave tackle still to comeA form of tackling to win the ball starting from behind an opponent using the reverse

    4.5 Take over tackle still to comeA from of tackling to win the ball starting from behind an opponent using the fore stick

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    4.1 Block tackle

    Grip Players should grip their stick with their left hand at

    the top of the stick Their right hand about 1/3 the ways down the stick.

    Technique The player should set their body position up to

    channel the ball carrier towards their fore stick Player should be on balls of their feet with their left

    foot in front and their right foot (boxers stance) As ball carrier commits to channel bring stick

    horizontal on to the ground so ball carrier runs ontoit.

    Players stick should also be reaching out on about a

    45 degree angle to knock ball into space after tackle Make sure left wrist is locked for strength. Only left hand should be on stick at point of tackle Players should not sweep at ball or make contact with

    ball carriers stick or body.

    Coaching Points Players are moving on their feet and able to channel

    player to their fore stick Player does over balance body weight forward in

    tackle Left wrist is locked in for strength at point of tackle

    Associated Links and Documents:

    Video

    http://www.youtube.com/user/Hockeysa1?feature=mhee#p/c/DE856D1469F88FD3/10/qCiQ_q-UQqA

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    4.2 Reverse block tackle

    Grip Players should grip their stick with their left hand at

    the top of the stick Their right hand about 1/3 the ways down the stick.

    Technique The player should set their body position up to

    channel the ball carrier towards their reverse stick Player should have right foot forward and left foot

    behind for balance and be on balls of feet. Player should reverse stick as late as possible keep

    stick in front of body until that point As ball carrier commits to channel bring stick

    horizontal on to the ground so ball carrier runs onto

    it. Players stick should also be reaching out on about a45 degree angle to knock ball into space after tackle

    Make sure left wrist is locked for strength. Only left hand should be on stick at point of tackle Players should not sweep at ball or make contact with

    ball carriers stick or body.

    Coaching Points Players are moving on their feet and able to channel

    player to their reverse stick Player does over balance body weight forward in

    tackle Left wrist is locked in for strength at point of tackle

    Associated Links and Documents:

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    4.3 Poke tackle

    Grip Players should grip their stick with their left

    hand at the top of the stick Their right hand about 1/3 the ways down

    the stick.

    Technique Players knees should be bent and weight

    balanced for quick recovery Left foot should ideally be forward with right

    behind for balance Player should wait for control errors before

    committing to tackle Lunge forward with left foot to make tackle Right hand should come off stick and poke

    tackle is made with left hand on stick only forextra reach

    If successful move forward and take the ball If unsuccessful step back into position again

    Coaching Points Player picks the best time to make tackle Player is balanced to allow quick recovery Poke is made with only left hand on the stick Both hands return to stick quickly after

    tackle.

    Associated Links and Documents:

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    Section 5: Penalty Corner Skills

    Penalty corners are one of the most important aspects of hockey. They provide a great opportunity toscore a goal.

    The ability for players to be able to execute at least penalty corner skills is essential in theirdevelopment.

    5.1 Drag out (injecting)The most safe and basic form of tackling

    5.2 - TrapAn effective way of tackling on the reverse stick side

    5.3 Hit still to comeA form of tackling used to reach out and tackle and opponent

    5.4 Drag Flick still to comeA form of tackling to win the ball starting from behind an opponent using the reverse

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    5.1 Drag out (injecting)

    Grip Players should grip their stick with their left

    hand at the top of the stick Their right hand about 1/3 the ways down

    the stick.

    Technique Player to start with right foot behind line (as

    per rule) with left foot in front of line andpointing towards target.

    The left knee should be bent and weight ofplayer should be on this leg

    The stick should start on the ball and playershould have eyes looking at target From this position the ball should be pulled

    directly towards the trapper Players right foot should also move forward

    with release of ball

    Coaching Points Players left foot is pointing at target Player drags the ball in a straight line

    towards trapper Body weight is forward and when releasing

    the ball is pushing towards to the target Player looks at target before commencing

    drag of ball

    Associated Links and Documents:

    Video

    http://www.youtube.com/user/Hockeysa1?feature=mhee# p/c/DE856D1469F88FD3/17/3ydweJkqgIs

    The starting position of the drag out

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