Hungry Hungry Hippo

Drill Diagram

Description

The 3 vs. 3 Handball Game from Topher Scott of The Hockey Think Tank is a fun game that reinforces offensive principles. Teams will have to communicate and perform lots of give & go's to be successful. No sticks and no pucks. Use any type of ball: soccer ball, basketball, football or anything else (even an extra glove can work)!

SETUP:
2 nets and two teams.
Can only have the ball for 2 seconds (for younger teams or less skilled players you can increase that time). You must get rid of the ball quick (give & go!)
If a player has the ball for longer than 2 seconds, the coach blows the whistle and there is a change of possession.
If the ball falls to the ice, it is a change of possession.
15 - 30 second shifts. Encourage players watching to cheer their teammates on.
COACHING POINTS:
Give and go's!
Support the ball by being an outlet for your teammate.
Get open!

VARIATIONS:
Can be 2v2, 3v3, 4v4.
Can be set up as a station or a half-ice game.
Can add goalies (even players as goalies).
Can let players hold on to the ball longer than 2 seconds.