Quick Tip: Developing Stick Strength
Here’s a quick video with a unique approach to developing stick strength in hockey players. The use of a ringette ring forces players to apply downward pressure on their stick while in traffic. This element is essential in tight situations in front of the net and in the corners.
Here’s a quick clip outlining a few different concepts with the ringette ring:
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i7sMin5fIvI
Here are some drill ideas to try out with a ringette ring:
- 1 x 1 Small Area Battles w/ Mini Goals
- 1 x 1 Circle Battles
- 2 x 2 Small Area Game w/ Mini Goals (or cones)
- 3 x 3 Small Area Game w/ Mini Goals
