HockeyU1275 Minutes

75-Minute U12 Hockey Practice Plan

This session adds shooting, defensive positioning, and transition play on top of skating skill, finishing with a competitive two-on-one rush.

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Total time: 75 minutes · 5 drill blocks

0–15 min · 15 minutes

Warm-Up: Crossover Skating Drill

Crossover mechanics for tighter turns and better agility.

15–30 min · 15 minutes

Fundamentals: Body Positioning Defense Drill

Defensive body position and gap control fundamentals.

30–45 min · 15 minutes

Skill Station: Wrist Shot Technique Drill

Wrist-shot mechanics and quick-release technique.

45–60 min · 15 minutes

Small-Sided Competitive: Two-on-One Rush Drill

Live two-on-one decision-making at game speed.

60–75 min · 15 minutes

Team Concept & Finish: Breakout Patterns Drill

Finish with structured breakout patterns from the defensive zone.

Coach's Note Warm up players before the first whistle and keep transitions between blocks under a minute — standing around is where most youth practices lose focus. Adjust block lengths up or down slightly to fit your own roster size and field or court space.

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