Quickness drill

One of the most important things in hockey is being quick. Quickness is measured not in over all speed (I consider that as a fast or slow player) but in starts and jumping into open spaces. Some players are not naturally quick but this can be improved!

Here's a great drill to improve a players quickness. Have a partner hold a tennis ball head high and stand 15 feet away from him. When he drops the ball, you try and get it before it bounces a second time.

This can easily be practiced anywhere, at home, on the road (out of town tournaments) and anyone can be your partner (mom, dad, sister, etc.)

The key is practicing! Practice this over the season and you will notice yourself getting quicker! And the coach will notice too!