Two exits, one closed side

Use width to separate a defensive pair.

6 players · 9 min · 26 × 20 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

Four builders against two defenders. Two wide end gates; the two deeper builders stay behind halfway until the ball crosses it.

Execution

A scores by carrying through an end gate. B scores after a regain by passing to the starting baseline. Returns are always allowed. After a point or out-of-bounds restart A deep; change the defending pair every minute.

Coaching

Keep the deeper support at different widths.
Carry forward when a defender has to choose.
When did the pair shift too far?

Easier

B only defends beyond halfway.

Harder

B may press anywhere; the deeper pair retain their halfway restriction.

What to observe

Count free exits reached after switching; observe the distance between B1 and B2.

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

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.
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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