The Neilson Power Play drill works on both offensive zone play and the breakout. From the experts at Hockey Coach Vision.
Overview
The Neilson Power Play drill works on both offensive zone play as well as the breakout, and is set up under game-like pressure.
Description
The power play unit sets up in a box-like formation. The coach passes them a puck that must move as quickly as possible, so that all players get to touch the puck. Then the players slide to an attack formation for a quick strike on goal.
Key Points of the Neilson Power Play Drill
- After the attack, the coach spots a puck deep for a breakout against a 4-player penalty kill unit
- The unit provides active resistance, attacking fully only when the power play has been set up
- Units should vary the resistance
About Hockey Coach Vision…
Hockey Coach Vision is an application used by hockey coaches that allows them to digitize drills and tactics in animated 3D, which can then be shared. The app works on Mac or PC, as well as on iPad and Android tablets. This powerful coaching tool enables hockey coaches to design virtually any game situation. It uses animated 3D, so that coaches can view all their plays using various 3D perspectives. Your drills can be shared with your players and assistant coaches. PDFs can be generated to keep everyone in the loop with your practice plan. Monthly plans can be created by placing your practice packages and notes into your calendar. Manage your team and use it within every aspect of your practice plans. Use video or picture recordings to store a play, analysis, drill, technique, etc.
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