This fundamental drill teaches boys how to hold the perfect defensive stance: hands up, hips low, feet moving. Learn how to teach it step by step.
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Starting position: Line up all players facing the coach, spaced at least one meter apart.
Hands up: Players hold their sticks with both hands in front of their body, head slightly angled upward.
Lower hips: Players drop into a low stance as if sitting in an invisible chair. Chest stays up.
Active feet: Feet should be shoulder-width apart, toes slightly out, knees bent. Begin light bouncing in place.
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