Defensive Positioning

This week’s video covers the topic of positioning in the defensive zone. The video covers what to look for in your positioning as well as how to react to various situations.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UC6rZsghhvk

Teaching Points

• Stay between your man and the net (this is known as being on “D Side” of the player)
• Win the race from the wall to the front of the net
• If the offensive player is beating you, attempt to re-establish body position