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Position D in end as shown (Both ends are shown to show drill progression)
Quick Up
D come out and pivot at blueline, d skate backwards to dot and then pivot again. Coach dumps puck into the corner. D retrieves puck and pivots quickly and then passes to coach at redline. D then reset. Run 5-6 repetitions per D pair. After repetitions switch pairs.
TALK: Ensure D in front of the net is calling UP, UP
Coach: have receiving coach start in center and read pass and then move to the side where the puck is being dumped
Neutral Zone Regroup
D line up at center, start by skating backwards into the zone. Coach hits one of the D with a pass. Partner calls for pass. D executes partner pass and then passes to next D in line.
TALK: Ensure D partner is calling out for partner pass.