Anyone who has ever participated in an elementary school gym class probably has some memory of playing floor hockey. This sport allowed both boys and girls the chance to play hockey without having to worry about learning how to skate. Today it’s reaching well beyond the confines of school curriculum and there are leagues for this fun and faced paced competitive activity in many cities.
Hockey is a competitive sport that entertains millions from the moment when the puck first drops at an NHL game. Magical moments on the ice may include the almost elegant glide towards a goal to an awesome save during the last seconds of a game. However, there are also the not so triumphant events that take place on the ice when streaks of red begin to stain the arena.
This article details two important drills for field hockey goalkeepers to keep on the balls of their feet and on top of their game. The first drill outlines a simple shot-blocking drill while the second teaches your goalkeeper how to make the crucial dive save by taking shots in the lower left and right corners.
This article details three of the most important aspects of a successful field hockey coaching program. A coach requires excellent communication and leadership skills to bring out the best in their players as well as the ability to bring innovation to their coaching program to hold their players’ attention and allow them to progress with their skill sets.
