Check out the below resources free for you to download and use.
These have been created by hockey people for hockey people.
BASIC POSITIONAL REQUIREMENTS - Coaching Guidelines for Intermediate and Secondary 11 aside hockey. Developed by North Harbour Hockey Association and written by Bryce Collins and Sharon Williamson
NEW DRILLS
Elimination Trick
Receiving a Bouncing Ball
Circle Defence & Attack 1v1
Strikers Defensive Exercise
SMALL STICKS SKILLS
A free booklet on basic skills for children under 12 compiled by Hockey New Zealands Coaching and Development Department.
Links to other Coaching Resources
SPARC's Coaching Overview
ACC Sport Smart Tips for Hockey
Mens World Cup 06 FIH Coaching Course Presentation Papers
This course was attended by Chris Leslie. Below are the resources that he brought back from the course.
Moving Press Situation & Crucial Decision Making Moments - by Alejandro Siri Perez
The Briefing Before the Match: The Building of a Playing Model - by Bertrand Reynaud
Midfield Dynamics, movement in building up towards attacking play - by Dave Smolenaars
Channeling as an Individual and Group Skill - by David Nicholas Francois
Pressing - Forwards: their role, positioning and techniques - by David Passmore
Receiving Skills - by Guillermo Fonseca
Defence Concept in different situations in own half - by Heino Knuf
Defensive Delay Tactic - by Karen Maree
Better Positioned - by Michael Willemsen
Building Attack with Narrow Forwards - by Mike Williamson
Full Press Outlets - by Nick Conway
The New Role of the Center Half in High Performance Hockey - by Pedro Arch
Changing Trend in the Style of Playing Formation - by Tai BengHai
Training of Individual & Group Defense Behaviour in a Two Against Two Situation - by Thomas Dauner
Nutrition Booklet - Kirsty Yeoman
Nutrition is an important part of any hockey players preperation and recovery, and the importance of eating the right things should not be overlooked.
This booklet explains what is recommended intake, and nutritional goodness for athletes - even includes recipes!
Ideal for any hockey player or team manager.
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Goalkeeping Booklet - Nicola Connell
Goalkeepers require specialised GK specific training in order to best develop.
This booklet is a culmination of all things Goalkeeping! An 'A to Z' of information for Goalkeepers of all ages, and a useful upskilling tool for coaches.
Includes GK specific small games, warm ups, drills and correct techniques.
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Beginners Guide - Kevin Knapp
This diagram uses Sticky to explain the real basics of hockey in a simple way!
Great for beginners, people new to hockey - and supporters.
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U15 and U18 National Tournament Coach Forum Presentations
U15 Boys presented by Peter Miskimmin
Click here to download
Modern Hockey & Skill Development Presentation
Collier Trophy Coach Forum
Click here to download
Hatch Cup Coach Forum Presentation
By Darren Smith
Click here to download
Back 4 Drill - click here to download
Side / Front Marking Drill - click here to download
Team Attack Drill - click here to download