Hockey drill · by BenchIQ

Regroup Rush (R2) - Full Ice Version

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Regroup Rush (R2) is a progressive systems-based drill that teaches core fundamental concepts including neutral zone regroup, defensive gap control, and zone entry. Variations include 2v2 and 4v2. Can run as Full Ice 2-directions or 1-direction as half-ice or 3/4 ice.
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Coaching points

Neutral Zone (NZ) 
  • Building time for forwards to exit the zone and re-enter with speed
  • Defensive puck control using D-to-D passing
  • Communication and coordination to regroup and attack with possession

Defensive Zone (DZ)
  • Defensemen gap control and forward-skating defensive strategies
  • Man-to-Man coverage (2v2) vs Zone coverage (4v2)
  • Communication and coordination

Offensive Zone (OZ)
  • Creating zone-entry with possession
  • Changing speed, net drive, cuts, and switches to generate scoring chances
  • Playing with pace to create scoring chances within 8-10 seconds 

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