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What is Forecheck?

Forecheck is tactical pressure in hockey used by the attacking team to regain puck possession, disrupt opponents, and control the game's tempo through teamwork, timing, and strategy.
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Slap Shot

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Forehand Pass

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Edgework

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Glove Save

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Defensive Skills

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Poke Check

The poke check is a defensive hockey technique using the stick to jab or sweep the puck away, requiring timing, positioning, and control to disrupt opponents and create turnovers.
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Stick Lift

A stick lift is a precise defensive hockey technique used to lift an opponent's stick and gain puck control, requiring timing, positioning, and clean execution to create turnovers and scoring chances.
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Angling

Angling is a defensive hockey technique using positioning and skating to steer opponents toward less dangerous areas, reducing scoring chances and creating turnovers without risky hits.
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Goaltending

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Butterfly Save

The butterfly save is a fundamental goaltending technique where goalies drop to their knees to block low shots, relying on strong mechanics, timing, and positioning to control rebounds and protect the net.
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Stick Save

A stick save is a key goaltending skill where the goalie uses their stick to deflect low shots, control rebounds, and cover gaps between pads and ice with quick, controlled movements.
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Screens & Traffic Management

Screens and traffic management help goalies track the puck and maintain position amid crowded shooting lanes, requiring positioning, awareness, communication, and patience to master and perform under pressure.
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Blocker Save

A blocker save uses the padded blocker to deflect shots away from the net, focusing on positioning, timing, and angle control to maintain control and prevent rebounds.
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Skating

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Glove Save

A glove save is a key hockey goalie technique using the catching glove to stop...

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Hand Pass

Hand passes in hockey are mostly illegal except in the defensive zone. This article explains...

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Breakout

Breakout is a structured hockey play to move the puck from defense to offense with...

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Hockey Socks

Hockey socks are essential for securing shin guards, providing a uniform look, and enhancing comfort...

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