Figure 8’s – with front faces

Aim of the drill

This drill is intended to improve puck control and “feel” of the puck while on the front of your stick.  It also helps to improve the natural “dummy” movement

Equipment required

Puck and stick

Explanation

The puck is moved about in a figure 8 pattern in front of the body as shown, using only the front faces of the stick

Points to remember

• Keep hips and bum flat on the tiles and shoulders up to give the playing arm room to manauvre under the shoulders and practice good body position
• The drill may be done with large figure 8’s, dropping the shoulders to the tiles and half-turning, or small figure 8’s as shown
• Try to keep the puck smoothly on the stick all the time

Helpful hint

Make sure you flex your wrist through it’s greatest range of movement especially at the corners of the drill to ensure good puck control through the exercise