Goalie Gen - Development Plans

1 Net 3v2 Game

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Last Updated: 2026-07-02
Age Group: 12U, 14U, 16U and older
Skill Level: Intermediate, Advanced
Equipment Needed: None
Space Required: Whole Zone

Drill Information

3v2 on two sides with one net.

  1. Play 3v2 on each side of the ice with a line down the middle.
  2. Players cannot go to the other side, and teams can only score on their offensive side of the ice that has 3 players.
  3. Defensive players cannot shoot the puck, but must pass it to the players on the offensive half.
Drill diagram

Coaching Focus Points

  • Stay on angle.
  • Don't over commit to the shot.
  • Use stick to break up passes.

Shooter Focus Points

  • Create rebounds.
  • Put sticks in passing lanes.
  • Use the boards to your advantage.

Skills Focus

Fundamental Skills:

  • Skating
  • Positioning
  • Stance
  • Save Selection
  • Rebound Control
  • Recovery

Skating Skills:

  • Shuffle
  • T Push
  • C Cut
  • Butterfly
  • Power Push

Game Situations:

  • Small Unit Play
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