Stickhandling and Puck Control

Dekes are fakes used in hockey to fool defenders and goalies, creating space for passes, shots, or puck control through quick hands, body movement, and timing.

Moving stickhandling is the skill of controlling the puck while skating, combining smooth strides with precise stick movements to navigate traffic and maintain control under pressure.

Puck protection is a core hockey skill involving body positioning and stick control to maintain puck possession, create space, and make smart decisions under pressure.

Quick hands enable players to move the puck rapidly and precisely, improving reaction, control, and decision-making in tight spaces. Mastery requires practice, coordination, and tempo control.

Stationary stickhandling develops puck control through precise stick movements without skating. It builds hand-eye coordination, rhythm, and game vision, forming the foundation for all hockey skills.

Stickhandling in traffic is the skill of controlling the puck through crowded, high-pressure situations using quick hands, body positioning, and smart decision-making to create opportunities.

Toe drags are a precise stickhandling move used to fake defenders, change shooting angles, and create space. Mastery requires timing, blade control, and practice to execute smoothly and effectively.