2v2 Angling Game
Last Updated: 2026-07-20
Age Group: All
Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Equipment Needed: None
Space Required: Whole Zone
Drill Information
- Coach dumps a puck behind either net to start the rep.
- The closest team goes behind the net to retrieve the puck.
- At the same time, the other team gaps up and angles the puck carrier.
- Players must go through the circle before fully engaging.
- Play 2v2 until the whistle for roughly 45-second shifts.
Coaching Focus Points
- Gain as much depth as possible.
- Recognize passing options.
- Communicate teammates' options.
Shooter Focus Points
- Maintain a good competitive gap.
- Be creative with passes.
- Backcheck hard.
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 Sided Game
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