Defensive Zone 3 0n 3 Down Low Progression 3 vs 3

Drill Diagram

Description

D1 starts in front of net with the support of X (use a forward)
F1 and F2 start in the corner, F3 starts at top of circle
Coach passes a puck to F1, F1 trys to cycle with F2 to generate a scoring chance, Look for F3 who is trying to find open space.
D1 closes on F1 and either trys to pin or knock puck off his stick. X supports and may have to check and pin F2
D2 Protects the net front and marks F3.

F1 and D1 can bump the puck to D2 behind the net and D2 passes to coach

Play Below tops of circle

Continue to battle until coach blows whistle, a goal is scored or D2 passes to coach

Notes: After F1 moves the puck it is importamt that D1 Rides F1 and comes back to D side to support X.
D2 Plays of near post in a good defensive position. And is ready to pick up a bump pass.

Tags: 1) Work from the inside out, 2) D-Side of your man, 3) Stick Positioning. (on hip to get a pin, and on puck in open ice), 4) Communication, 5) Support