Warrior Hockey - Layered Defensive Zone coverage = Protect the House

What is D1's primary responsibility when defending against the puck carrier?

Attack the puck carrier aggressively, always positioning themselves between the carrier and the net.

What is the role of the third defenseman (C) in supporting D1?

Attack the puck, always staying between the puck carrier and the net, and win loose pucks to transition the play.

What should D2 focus on while protecting the net?

Battle to keep the net front player out of the goalie’s way and maintain awareness for back door passes.

W is positioned between which two players during the play?

The point man and the faceoff dot.

What is the W's defensive objective regarding the puck carrier?

Keep the play to the outside, preventing the puck carrier from entering high danger areas.

What should the LW be aware of while defending in the slot/high slot?

Keep a lookout for back door passes, stay squared up on the point man, and read the play by the RW.

What is a key defensive principle for all players mentioned in the notes?

Defend first before transitioning to offense.

What does it mean to have an 'active stick' in defense?

Using the stick effectively to intercept passes or disrupt the puck carrier's play.

What is the importance of positional gaps when a winger chases the puck?

It's important for C to fill positional gaps to maintain defensive integrity when wingers are out of position.

What should the defense do if someone is chasing the puck?

Fill the positional gaps to ensure that there are no open spaces or scoring opportunities.