The 2-1-2 forecheck is generally one of the first set-ups young players learn. It is simple to understand, and can be taught at very young age groups.

The 2-1-2 Stack puts extreme pressure on the puck-carrying defenseman, and makes it virtually impossible to break out up the strong side of the ice.

F1 and F2 put pressure on X1, F3 hangs back high, ready to react if X4 or X5 receive the puck and attack, D1 is ready if the puck squirts out along the strong side boards.

Tags: System, Forechecking, Skating