Rim Retrieval with Speed
Age: U11+
Type: Offensive
Duration: 8-10 min
Players: 8-16
A dynamic rim retrieval drill that teaches players to keep their speed through the corner, time the pickup and transition quickly up ice.
Coaching points:
• Powerful crossovers.
• Keep your speed through the corner.
• Time your pickup and keep the delay to a minimum when retrieving the puck off the boards.
• Hard shot on net.
Progressions
- Start — the drill as shown above
- Add a forechecker — A forechecker chases from behind as the puck arrives: shoulder check, keep your speed and protect the puck to the net.
Open it in the builder or a practice plan to watch every step play in order.
