Field hockey

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Hand over crossing runners

Agree who guards the ball and who takes a crossing runner.

4 players · 9 min · 22 × 18 m

The animation shows one played situation with a decision and response, not a required pattern. Regains and restarts are marked schematically; stop unsafe pressure. Finishes use unoccupied practice goals with clear run-off.

Organisation

Two attackers against two defenders. Two receiving boxes at the far end. Attackers start on different sides and may cross freely.

Execution

A scores with a pass to a teammate in a receiving box; carrying in does not count. B scores with a regain controlled outside the boxes. After a point or out-of-bounds restart A on the other flank. Defenders call ball or runner before each attempt; swap teams after four attempts.

Coaching

  • Keep the ball in view during a handover.
  • Communicate before the crossing, not afterwards.
  • Do not ask one defender to take both runners.

Easier

Attackers may cross only on an agreed line.

Harder

Let the carrier choose a carry or bounce before the scoring pass.

What to observe

Count double marking and unguarded receptions; discuss the useful call.

Equipment

Sticks, one active ball, spare balls outside the area and cones; mini-goals where drawn. Dimensions and duration are adaptable starting proposals.

Sources and creator

doHockey exercise · doHockey

  1. Spelgericht trainen

    Paul de Ruijter · KNHB

    Background principles. Background for the stated principle. Rules, wording, setup and animation were authored by doHockey; not a federation drill or endorsement.

  2. Game Understanding

    England Hockey · England Hockey

    Background principles. Background for the stated principle. Rules, wording, setup and animation were authored by doHockey; not a federation drill or endorsement.

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